LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Interstat) — Daejah Richmond scored 16 points to lead the Memphis women’s basketball team to a 64-62 victory over Arkansas-Little Rock on Friday night at Jack Stephens Center. The Tigers, who evened their record at 1-1, secured the win despite a late push from the Trojans.

Memphis built its lead with a strong second quarter and held a 29-25 advantage at halftime. Arkansas-Little Rock, also now 1-1, surged ahead with a 20-point third quarter, but was held to just seven points in the final period. Jordan Holman led the Trojans with 17 points, while Alaina Payne added 12.

The Tigers’ defense was pivotal, forcing 20 turnovers and recording 11 steals and eight blocks. Both teams struggled from the free-throw line, with Memphis making 6 of 16 attempts and Arkansas-Little Rock converting 16 of 25. An announced crowd of 632 attended the non-conference game.