TOWSON, Md. (Interstat) — Towson pulled away in the second half to defeat UNC Wilmington 79-68 in a Colonial Athletic Association women’s basketball game Sunday at SECU Arena.

The Tigers, led by Tilda Sjökvist’s 16 points and five assists, outscored the Seahawks 45-38 after halftime. Towson shot efficiently, making 8 of 23 from three-point range and 19 of 22 free throws. UNC Wilmington’s Rori Cox posted a double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds in the loss.

Towson improved to 10-5 overall, while UNC Wilmington fell to 5-10. Attendance was 522.