CONWAY, S.C. (Interstat) — Georgia State overcame a slow start to defeat Coastal Carolina 68-63 in a Sun Belt Conference women’s basketball game Saturday at HTC Center.

The Panthers trailed by eight after the first quarter but used a strong second period to take a 27-28 halftime lead. They never relinquished it, sealing the win with late free throws before an announced crowd of 707. Kristin Williams led all scorers with 21 points for the Chanticleers. Crystal Henderson paced Georgia State with 14 points.

Coastal Carolina committed 25 turnovers, leading to 28 Georgia State points. The Panthers improved to 5-8 overall, while the Chanticleers fell to 6-7.