AKRON, Ohio (Interstat) — Madi Morson scored 23 points Wednesday night to lead Central Michigan to a 74-53 women’s basketball victory over Akron.

The Chippewas (11-6, 5-1 Mid-American) never trailed, building a 33-27 halftime lead at James A. Rhodes Arena before pulling away. Central Michigan held Akron to 1-for-20 shooting from 3-point range and forced 20 turnovers.

Nekhu Mitchell added 11 points for Central Michigan. Shaena Brew led the Zips (3-16, 0-6) with 16 points. Akron has lost six consecutive games.

Central Michigan shot 45% from the field and outrebounded Akron 13-5 on the offensive glass. The Chippewas next play at Western Michigan on Saturday.