GREENVILLE, N.C. (Interstat) — Wichita State stunned East Carolina 63-54 in a women’s basketball game Tuesday night at Williams Arena, avenging a 27-point loss to the Pirates from earlier this month.

The Shockers built a 35-28 halftime lead and maintained control throughout the second half despite East Carolina’s attempts to rally. A decisive 9-2 scoring advantage in the final quarter sealed the American Athletic Conference victory for the visitors.

The win marks a significant upset, as East Carolina entered the game with a 15-6 record while Wichita State improved to 5-16. The Pirates had been projected as overwhelming favorites. Attendance was 674.