BERKELEY, Calif. (Interstat) — The California women’s basketball team used a decisive second-half surge to defeat Charlotte 69-44 on Saturday at Haas Pavilion.

After leading by just four points at halftime, the Golden Bears outscored the 49ers 47-20 after the break. Charlotte’s offense stalled in the second quarter, scoring only five points, and could not recover from California’s 24-point third quarter.

Aliyahna Morris led California with 17 points, eight rebounds and six assists. Mjracle Sheppard added 16 points and six rebounds for the Golden Bears, who improved to 3-1. Zoe Best scored 10 points for Charlotte, which fell to 2-3.