SMITHFIELD, R.I. (Interstat) — Holy Cross used a dominant fourth quarter to defeat Bryant 53-41 in a nonconference women’s basketball game Sunday at Chace Athletic Center.

The Crusaders, who trailed 15-14 at halftime, were sparked by a 26-point final period to pull away. Kaitlyn Flanagan led all scorers with 21 points for Holy Cross. Teammate Meg Cahalan controlled the paint with 15 rebounds.

Nia Scott paced the Bulldogs with 10 points and six rebounds. Holy Cross improved to 4-5 overall, while Bryant fell to 7-3. An announced crowd of 207 attended.