EMMITSBURG, Md. (Interstat) — Mount Saint Mary’s used a strong fourth quarter to defeat Niagara 62-49 in a women’s NCAA Division I basketball game Monday at Knott Arena.

The Mountaineers, led by Alana Powell’s 13 points and Giana Hoddinott’s 14 points, broke open a close game by outscoring the Purple Eagles 19-10 in the final period. The teams were tied at 13 after the first quarter, but Mount Saint Mary’s built a 29-24 halftime lead and maintained control.

Niagara, which fell to 0-17, was paced by Talia Dial’s 11 points. The Mountaineers improved to 9-9, capitalizing on 25 points off 27 Niagara turnovers before an announced crowd of 638.