WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (Interstat) — William & Mary used a dominant third quarter to pull away from UNC Wilmington for a 79-68 women’s basketball victory Sunday at Kaplan Arena.

The Tribe outscored the Seahawks 24-16 in the period to break open a close game, turning a 34-30 halftime lead into a double-digit advantage. William & Mary’s interior play was decisive, outscoring UNCW 42-20 in the paint. The Tribe also forced 16 Seahawks turnovers, converting them into 17 points.

Alexa Mikeska led William & Mary with 16 points, nine rebounds and six assists. Kylah Silver scored a game-high 27 points for UNC Wilmington. Rori Cox added 10 points and 13 rebounds for the Seahawks.

William & Mary improved to 11-9 overall. UNC Wilmington fell to 5-16. Attendance was 1,161.