EDINBURG, Texas (Interstat) — McNeese State built a large early lead and cruised to a 70-54 women’s basketball victory over Texas-Rio Grande Valley on Saturday at UT Pan Am Field House.

The Cowgirls led 34-20 at halftime, powered by a 19-point second quarter, and extended their advantage to 57-35 after three quarters. The Vaqueros outscored McNeese State in the fourth but never threatened the outcome.

Allasia Washington led McNeese State with nine points. Jalayah Ingram posted 11 rebounds and three blocks for Texas-Rio Grande Valley, while Charlotte O’Keefe added 10 rebounds.

McNeese State improved to 14-4 overall. Texas-Rio Grande Valley fell to 9-9. Announced attendance was 1,018.