BOULDER, Colo. (Interstat) — The West Virginia women’s basketball team secured a 61-55 victory over Colorado in a Big 12 conference game Wednesday night at Coors Events Center.

The Mountaineers built an early lead with a 24-point first quarter and maintained control despite a low-scoring second half. Jordan Harrison led West Virginia with 18 points. Colorado’s Jade Masogayo scored 13 points.

West Virginia’s defense proved pivotal, forcing 17 turnovers and holding Colorado to 2-of-9 shooting from 3-point range. The Buffaloes stayed close by making 15 of 19 free throws but could not overcome a poor shooting night overall.

West Virginia improved to 19-5. Colorado fell to 15-8. Attendance was 2,097.