DEKALB, Ill. (Interstat) — Northern Illinois used a decisive third-quarter surge to defeat Western Michigan 64-56 in a Mid-American Conference women’s basketball game Wednesday night at the Convocation Center.

The Huskies, trailing 26-25 at halftime, outscored the Broncos 20-14 in the third period to seize control. Emilie Sorensen led all scorers with 22 points for Northern Illinois. D’Myjah Bolds paced Western Michigan with 17 points and two blocks.

Northern Illinois (4-14) capitalized on Western Michigan’s 17 turnovers, converting them into key transition opportunities. The Huskies also held a significant advantage in offensive rebounds, 9-2, creating crucial second-chance points. Western Michigan (5-12) was led by Bolds and Alli Carlson, who added 11 points.

The Huskies shot 46.8% from the field while holding the Broncos to 44.4% shooting. Attendance was 570.