ASHEVILLE, N.C. (Interstat) — Appalachian State defeated UNC Asheville 64-40 in a nonconference women’s basketball game Saturday at Kimmel Arena. The Mountaineers used a dominant first half, outscoring the Bulldogs 38-23 by halftime, to secure the victory. Appalachian State’s defense held UNC Asheville to just six points in the fourth quarter. Emma Smith led the Mountaineers with nine points, seven rebounds and six assists. Jayden McBride and Daisia Mitchell each added 11 points for Appalachian State, which improved to 4-2. Jamaria Freeman scored eight points for UNC Asheville, which fell to 2-3.