SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (Interstat) — The Rhode Island Rams used a dominant fourth-quarter performance to pull away from the Albany Great Danes for a 64-52 victory in a non-conference women’s basketball game Saturday at the Ryan Center.

In a contest defined by defensive pressure and offensive struggles, the Rams outscored the Great Danes 24-16 in the final period to secure the win in front of 1,172 fans. The game was tightly contested through three quarters, with Rhode Island holding a narrow 40-36 lead heading into the final stanza.

Albany kept pace early, trailing by just four points at halftime and staying within striking distance after three quarters. However, Rhode Island’s efficiency down the stretch and ability to capitalize on Albany’s mistakes proved decisive. The Rams scored 19 points off 16 Albany turnovers, a key differential in the game.

Brooklyn Gray led the Rams with 12 points and seven rebounds in 36 minutes of action. Palmire Mbu also scored 12 points, adding seven rebounds and two blocks, while Ines Debroise contributed eight points, six rebounds and three assists in a well-rounded effort.

The Rams’ offensive execution, measured by an offensive rating of 104.0 points per 100 possessions, outpaced Albany’s mark of 84.7. Rhode Island also controlled the interior, outscoring Albany 30-20 in the paint and securing 11 offensive rebounds to Albany’s four.

Albany was led by Julia Palomo, who scored 11 points, and Lara Langermann, who added 10 points, three rebounds and three assists. The Great Danes shot an efficient 50% from three-point range, making 7 of 14 attempts, but were hampered by their turnover count and Rhode Island’s superior work on the glass.

The Rams improved their season record to 4-1, while Albany fell to an even 2-2.

Rhode Island’s defense was relentless, tallying nine steals and four blocks. The team’s depth was also on display, with significant contributions from Valentina Ojeda, who scored 10 points, and Sophia Vital, who dished out four assists.

Albany’s shooting from the floor was respectable at 43.8%, but the team managed only 61 possessions, a testament to Rhode Island’s ability to control the tempo and extend possessions with offensive rebounds.

The game was the fourth of the season for both teams. Rhode Island will next host Holy Cross on Wednesday, while Albany returns home to face Siena on the same night.