HOUSTON (Interstat) — The Rice women’s basketball team used a decisive second half to defeat Houston Christian 62-42 on Saturday at Tudor Fieldhouse.

The Owls, improving to 10-3, overcame a sluggish offensive start. Houston Christian led early, but Rice took control after halftime, fueled by a 13-0 run in the third quarter. The Huskies’ offensive struggles were pronounced, shooting just 28.8% from the floor and 11.8% from three-point range.

Shelby Hayes led Rice with 18 points. Hailey Adams added 13 rebounds. Kamryn McLaurin paced Houston Christian with 10 points and nine rebounds. The Huskies fell to 4-6.