WASHINGTON, D.C. (Interstat) — In a game defined by offensive frustration and defensive tenacity, the George Washington Revolutionaries snapped a three-game losing streak with a 57-54 overtime victory over the Richmond Spiders in an Atlantic 10 women’s basketball clash Wednesday night at Charles E. Smith Center.

The game, played before an announced crowd of 525, saw both teams struggle mightily from the field, but George Washington made just enough plays in the extra period to secure the upset. The Revolutionaries, who entered as significant underdogs according to predictive metrics, improved to 14-14 overall. Richmond, which had won eight of its last nine, fell to 22-6.

The most critical phase of the contest was unquestionably the fourth quarter, where Richmond mounted a furious comeback to force overtime after being stifled for three periods. The Spiders, held to a mere 27 points through the first three quarters on 9-of-43 shooting, exploded for 22 points in the final frame. Trailing by 13 points early in the fourth, Richmond unleashed a 17-2 run, fueled by aggressive defense that generated turnovers and transition opportunities. Maggie Doogan, who finished with 14 points, ignited the surge with a 3-pointer, and Ally Sweeney’s driving layup with under a minute to play tied the score at 49.

Richmond had a chance to win in regulation but turned the ball over on a shot-clock violation with 18 seconds left. George Washington’s Gabby Reynolds then drove the length of the floor and converted a difficult layup while being fouled with 1.8 seconds remaining. She missed the ensuing free throw, however, sending the game to overtime tied at 49.

Reynolds was the offensive catalyst for the Revolutionaries throughout the night, scoring a game-high 22 points in 39 minutes. Her ability to create shots in the half-court was essential for a George Washington team that shot just 41% from the field and 21% from 3-point range.

In the overtime period, the Revolutionaries never trailed. Mia James, who had seven points, hit a floating jumper to open the scoring. After a Richmond 3-pointer from Rachel Ullstrom tied it at 52, Reynolds answered with a floating jumper of her own to put George Washington back ahead. Sara Lewis then converted a key layup inside to extend the lead to four with just over a minute to play.

Richmond had two possessions in the final 37 seconds to tie the game but came up empty on both. A turnover by Emma Theodorsson gave the Spiders a final chance with 6.6 seconds left, but Theodorsson immediately atoned by stealing the inbound pass. James was fouled and sank two clutch free throws with one second left to seal the three-point victory.

The statistical story was one of inefficiency and grit. Both teams finished with nearly identical offensive ratings just below 80 points per 100 possessions. They combined to shoot 5-of-41 from 3-point range through the first three quarters. Richmond finished at 37% from the field and 19% from deep, while George Washington was at 41% and 21%, respectively.

Richmond’s defense was active, forcing 16 turnovers and converting them into 20 points. They also dominated the offensive glass, grabbing 10 rebounds to George Washington’s five, which led to a 34-30 advantage in points in the paint. Sweeney supported Doogan with 11 points for the Spiders.

For George Washington, Lewis contributed nine points and Kamari Sims added eight. The Revolutionaries were more efficient at the free-throw line, making 8 of 10 attempts compared to Richmond’s 5-of-7 performance.

The loss halted Richmond’s momentum as it pursues a high seed in the upcoming Atlantic 10 tournament. The Spiders will look to rebound at home against La Salle on Sunday. George Washington, now back at .500, will travel to face George Mason on Saturday.