NEW BRITAIN, Conn. (Interstat) — The Long Island women’s basketball team defeated Central Connecticut 72-56 on Friday afternoon at William H. Detrick Gymnasium. The Sharks improved to 6-6 overall while the Blue Devils fell to 0-12.

Long Island built a steady lead, holding Central Connecticut to just 19 points across the second and third quarters. Kadidia Toure led all players with 23 points and 16 rebounds for the Sharks. Jessica Farrell scored 19 points for the Blue Devils in the loss.

An announced crowd of 245 saw the Northeast Conference game. Long Island shot from the field consistently, outpacing Central Connecticut in every quarter except the fourth.