EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. (Interstat) — Jordan Holman scored 17 points as Arkansas-Little Rock held off a late rally to edge SIU Edwardsville 48-45 in a women’s basketball game Thursday at Vadalabene Center.

The Trojans built a 28-20 halftime lead and maintained it despite a 16-point fourth quarter from the Cougars. Both teams struggled offensively, combining to shoot 5 for 28 from 3-point range. Arkansas-Little Rock’s defense was pivotal, forcing 18 turnovers and converting them into 18 points.

Holman added three blocks for the Trojans, who improved to 8-7. Mya Cotto added 10 points. Lauren Miller led SIU Edwardsville (8-8) with 10 points and five assists before an announced crowd of 958.