BERKELEY, Calif. (Interstat) — The California women’s basketball team held off Idaho for a 68-61 victory at Haas Pavilion on Wednesday night.

The Golden Bears used a strong second quarter, outscoring the Vandals 19-15, to build a lead they would not relinquish. Idaho kept pace but could not overcome the deficit despite a game-high 14 points from Ana Pinheiro. California’s Gisella Maul led a balanced attack with 15 points, while Lulu Twidale added 13 points and three assists.

Both teams are now 8-3 this season. An announced crowd of 903 watched the contest.