OMAHA, Neb. (Interstat) — In a game defined by dramatic swings and a final possession that decided everything, the Creighton Bluejays edged the Georgetown Hoyas 64-62 in a pivotal Big East women’s basketball clash Wednesday night at a tense CHI Health Center.

The most important part of the game unfolded in the final 33 seconds, a sequence of turnovers, timeouts, and a single decisive basket that encapsulated the evening’s razor-thin margin. With the score knotted at 62 and Creighton in possession, Georgetown’s defense forced a critical mistake as Ava Zediker turned the ball over, stolen by Georgetown’s Brianna Byars with 33 seconds left. The Hoyas, with a chance to hold for a final shot, called a timeout to set their play.

Out of the stoppage, the possession disintegrated for Georgetown. Star post player Brianna Scott was called for a traveling violation with just five seconds remaining, handing the ball back to Creighton under their own basket. After a full timeout to advance the ball, the Bluejays executed perfectly. Zediker, redeeming her prior error, found Grace Boffeli cutting to the basket for a layup with two seconds left, providing the final margin. Georgetown’s desperate heave at the buzzer by Destiny Agubata missed, sealing a heart-stopping victory for the home team.

The contest was a tale of contrasting halves and individual brilliance. Creighton, propelled by a phenomenal performance from Omaha native Neleigh Gessert, raced to a 19-13 lead after the first quarter. Gessert, the game’s undisputed star, finished with 31 points, consistently answering Georgetown rallies with critical baskets. Her efforts were complemented by Ava Zediker’s 11 points and a game-high four assists, including the last one to Boffeli.

Georgetown’s defense stiffened remarkably in the second quarter, holding the Bluejays to just seven points. That defensive stand, coupled with efficient offense, powered a 14-7 period that sent the Hoyas into halftime with a 27-26 advantage. The third quarter, however, belonged to Creighton. The Bluejays erupted for 24 points, with Gessert and Zediker combining for four three-pointers in the frame, to reclaim a 50-44 lead heading into the final period.

Undeterred, Georgetown mounted a fierce comeback in the fourth. Agubata, who led the Hoyas with 21 points and nine rebounds, and Khadee Hession, who hit a crucial three-pointer, fueled a run that saw the visitors tie the game at 62. The Hoyas’ defense, which forced 10 Creighton turnovers leading to 17 points, nearly secured the road win before the final, fateful sequence.

Statistically, the game was incredibly even. Creighton shot 46.4% from the field to Georgetown’s 39.7%, and made 11 three-pointers at a 44% clip. Georgetown countered by dominating the glass with nine offensive rebounds, earning a 28-24 edge in points in the paint, and sharing the ball more effectively with seven assists to Creighton’s two. Boffeli’s presence was felt beyond her game-winner; she added nine points, three blocks, and a game-high 11 rebounds.

With the victory, Creighton evened its season record at 11-12 overall and in Big East play. Georgetown fell to 12-11. The result also avenged a two-point loss for the Bluejays at Georgetown back on Dec. 28.

Georgetown looks to rebound on the road at Villanova this Saturday. Creighton remains at home to host Marquette on Sunday.