FORT MYERS, Fla. (Interstat) — In a game defined by offensive inefficiency and a decisive disparity at the free-throw line, the Florida State women’s basketball team outlasted Missouri State 85-75 on Friday at Florida SouthWestern State.

The Seminoles improved to 4-4 overall, while the Lady Bears moved to 5-2.

Despite both teams making an identical 28 field goals on 65 attempts, Florida State’s advantage was built from beyond the arc and, most notably, at the charity stripe. The Seminoles connected on 8 of 22 three-point attempts and converted 21 of 26 free throws. Missouri State, by contrast, shot 5 of 11 from three-point range and made 14 of 19 free throws.

The game’s turning point came in the final period. After Missouri State clawed back from a double-digit deficit to keep the game within reach for much of the second half, Florida State used a 25-point fourth quarter to seal the victory. The Seminoles consistently answered Lady Bear rallies with critical baskets and capitalized on late Missouri State turnovers.

Solè Williams led all scorers for Florida State, pouring in 21 points. Sydney Bowles added 14 points, and Allie Kubek chipped in 10 points and four rebounds.

Missouri State’s offense was paced by a balanced attack. Lainie Douglas, a 6-foot-3 forward from Overland Park, Kansas, scored 16 points, while guard Maycee James of Goddard, Kansas, added 14 points, six rebounds and three assists. Maiesha Washington contributed 10 points and six rebounds, and Kaemyn Bekemeier finished with 11 points and six rebounds.

The game began at a brisk pace, with Florida State establishing an early lead by closing the first quarter on a 5-0 run to take a 22-10 advantage. The Lady Bears responded with their best period in the second, outscoring the Seminoles 24-21 to cut the deficit to 43-34 at halftime.

Missouri State continued to chip away in the third quarter, narrowing the gap and entering the final 10 minutes trailing 60-55. However, they could never overtake the Seminoles, as Florida State maintained its composure down the stretch.

A key statistical differentiator was offensive rebounding, where Florida State held a 6-3 edge, leading to second-chance opportunities. The Seminoles also committed 15 turnovers, just one more than Missouri State’s 14, but the Lady Bears were unable to fully capitalize, scoring 14 points off turnovers compared to Florida State’s 12.

The game was part of a multi-team event, and the announced attendance was 952.

Missouri State will look to rebound quickly, facing Oklahoma on Sunday, also in Fort Myers. Florida State’s next contest is at home against Georgia on Wednesday, Dec. 3.