SAN ANTONIO (Interstat) — The Texas-San Antonio Roadrunners used a dominant first quarter to build an insurmountable lead and cruised to a 64-41 victory over the Texas State Bobcats in a non-conference women’s basketball game Thursday night at the Convocation Center.

Playing in front of a home crowd of 1,221, the Roadrunners seized control from the opening tip, outscoring the Bobcats 21-12 in the first period. Texas-San Antonio’s early offensive burst, coupled with stifling defense, set the tone for the remainder of the contest. The Roadrunners extended their lead to 37-25 by halftime and continued to pull away after the break, holding Texas State to just six points in the third quarter.

Texas-San Antonio’s offense was led by the tandem of Cheyenne Rowe and Mia Hammonds, who each scored 16 points. Rowe, a forward from Ajax, Canada, added four assists, while Hammonds, a guard from Cibolo, Texas, recorded three blocks. The Roadrunners’ efficiency was a key factor, as they shot 48.9 percent from the floor on 23-of-47 shooting. They also capitalized on free throws, making 14 of 22 attempts.

In contrast, Texas State struggled offensively throughout the game. The Bobcats shot a frigid 25.8 percent from the field, making only 16 of their 62 attempts. They were also hampered from beyond the arc, connecting on just 2 of 13 three-point attempts. Kyra Anderson was the lone Bobcat to reach double figures, finishing with 10 points.

Despite forcing 21 turnovers from the Roadrunners, Texas State could not overcome its own scoring woes and committed 15 turnovers of its own. The Bobcats also lost the rebounding battle, with Texas-San Antonio holding a 47-34 advantage on the glass.

The win improves Texas-San Antonio’s season record to 1-2, securing its first victory after opening the season with losses to Texas Tech and Houston. Texas State falls to 0-3, having previously lost to Ohio and Texas Tech.

Texas-San Antonio is scheduled to travel to face Incarnate Word on Wednesday. Texas State will return home to host Texas-Rio Grande Valley on Monday.