STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (Interstat) — The Illinois women’s basketball team used a strong second quarter to secure a 92-76 road victory over Penn State on Sunday at Bryce Jordan Center.

The Fighting Illini, led by Berry Wallace’s 28 points and eight rebounds, outscored the Lady Lions 22-12 in the second period to build a double-digit lead they would not relinquish. Maddie Webber added 26 points for Illinois, which improved to 14-3 overall.

Gracie Merkle scored 24 points for Penn State, which fell to 7-10. Kiyomi McMiller added 19 points and seven assists for the Lady Lions in front of a crowd of 1,945.

Illinois shot consistently across all four quarters, while Penn State’s offensive struggles in the second proved decisive. Destiny Jackson facilitated the Illini offense with nine assists.