OMAHA, Neb. (Interstat) — The Creighton women’s basketball team delivered a commanding performance Wednesday night, defeating Saint John’s 81-51 in a Big East Conference game at CenturyLink Center.

The Bluejays seized control early, building a 41-25 halftime lead and extending it with a 28-point third quarter. Ava Zediker led Creighton with 18 points, while Neleigh Gessert added 17 and Kendall McGee scored 13. Grace Boffeli contributed 12 points and three blocks.

Saint John’s, which never led, was paced by Sa’Mya Wyatt with 14 points and Shaulana Wagner with 13. The Red Storm shot consistently but could not match Creighton’s offensive output.

The victory improved Creighton to 9-12 overall. Saint John’s fell to 16-7.