ST. LOUIS (Interstat) — The VCU Rams earned a 50-39 Atlantic 10 women’s basketball victory over Saint Louis on Wednesday night at Chaifetz Arena, snapping a three-game skid.

The Rams used a stifling defense to overcome poor shooting. Both teams struggled offensively, with VCU shooting 35.4% from the floor and Saint Louis managing just 21%. The Billikens were held to a season-low scoring output.

Patricia Augustin led VCU with 11 points. Katarina Knezevic added 10 points. For Saint Louis, Alyssa Koerkenmeier and Alexia Nelson each scored 11 points.

VCU forced 19 turnovers and recorded 12 steals. The Rams improved to 5-11 overall. Saint Louis fell to 8-9.