ORANGEBURG, S.C. (Interstat) — The Coppin State women’s basketball team delivered a commanding performance Thursday night, routing South Carolina State 72-39 at SHM Memorial Center.

The Eagles seized control immediately, opening a 16-5 lead after the first quarter and extending it to 33-16 by halftime. Coppin State’s defense stifled the Bulldogs throughout the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference contest.

Khila Morris led all scorers with 22 points for Coppin State. Paris McBride added 16 points, while Shanaii Gamble and Skylar Barnes contributed 11 and 12 points, respectively.

The victory improved Coppin State to 8-18 overall. South Carolina State fell to 5-18. An announced crowd of 150 attended the game.