RIVERSIDE, Calif. (Interstat) — Utah Valley survived a frantic fourth-quarter rally to edge California Baptist 63-61 in a Western Athletic Conference women’s basketball game Wednesday night at CBU Events Center.

The Wolverines built a 23-9 lead after the first quarter and led by 13 entering the fourth. The Lancers stormed back, outscoring Utah Valley 27-23 in the final period behind Lauren Olsen’s 18 points, but fell just short. Gracie Sorenson scored 17 points for Utah Valley, while Amanda Barcello added 16. Cambree Blackham facilitated the offense with eight assists.

Utah Valley forced 24 turnovers, converting them into 26 points. The Wolverines improved to 11-12 overall, while California Baptist dropped to 17-10.