FAIRFIELD, Conn. (Interstat) — Amelia Wood scored 21 points to lead Sacred Heart to a 70-58 victory over Siena in a Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference women’s basketball game Wednesday afternoon at William Pitt Center.

The Pioneers improved to 7-9 overall by overcoming a strong start from the Saints. Siena led 23-17 after the first quarter but was held to just four points in the second period as Sacred Heart built a 37-27 halftime advantage. The Pioneers maintained control throughout the second half.

Sophie Nascimento added 17 points for Sacred Heart. Francesca Schiro led Siena with 17 points. The Saints fell to 6-10. Attendance was 253.