RICHMOND, Ky. (Interstat) — The Eastern Kentucky women’s basketball team defeated North Dakota 57-46 on Sunday at McBrayer Arena. The Lady Colonels used a strong first quarter, outscoring the Fighting Hawks 20-12, to build a lead they would not relinquish.

Eastern Kentucky’s Kailani Lindsey scored a game-high 18 points, while Liz Freihofer added 13 points and nine rebounds. North Dakota, which fell to 0-4, was led by Ava Miller’s 10 points and nine rebounds. Walker Demers anchored the defense for the Fighting Hawks with 13 rebounds and three blocks.

Eastern Kentucky improved its record to 3-1 overall. The teams are scheduled for a rematch Tuesday in Grand Forks.