NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Interstat) — Austin Peay defeated Lipscomb 48-43 in a low-scoring women’s basketball game Friday night at Allen Arena. The Governors, who avenged a January loss to the Bisons, used a decisive edge in forcing turnovers to secure the road win.

Austin Peay forced 26 turnovers, converting them into 12 steals, while committing 18. Both teams struggled offensively, with Austin Peay shooting 29% from the field and Lipscomb shooting 31%. The Bisons stayed close by making 18 of 24 free throws.

Jade Rucker led all scorers with 18 points for Austin Peay. McKayla Miller paced Lipscomb with 11 points, four assists and three blocks. Austin Peay improved to 16-12, while Lipscomb fell to 10-19.