CHENEY, Wash. (Interstat) — Eastern Washington used a decisive third-quarter surge to pull away from Northern Arizona for an 81-61 women’s basketball victory Saturday at Reese Court.

The Eagles outscored the Lumberjacks 26-18 in the third period to break open a close game, fueled by efficient three-point shooting. Eastern Washington made 14 of 27 attempts from beyond the arc, while Northern Arizona struggled, hitting only 2 of 19.

Kayla Williams led Northern Arizona with 24 points. Eastern Washington’s Elyn Bowers scored 21 points and Ella Gallatin added 14 points and seven assists. The Eagles improved to 14-16 overall, while the Lumberjacks fell to 10-20.