Coppin State 49, at SMU 57

ABILENE, Texas (Interstat) — In a game defined by a dominant opening quarter and a persistent defensive effort, the SMU Mustangs held off a late push from the Coppin State Eagles to secure a 57-49 victory in a nonconference women’s basketball game Wednesday night at Moody Coliseum. The Mustangs, who improved to 5-6, seized control from the opening tip, racing to a 20-8 lead after the first quarter. Coppin State, which fell to 2-9, struggled to find offensive rhythm early, committing eight turnovers in the period while SMU built its foundation for the win. The Eagles’ defense stiffened thereafter, limiting… Read more...