LINCOLN, Neb. (Interstat) — The Southern California Women of Troy used a dominant third quarter to defeat the Nebraska Cornhuskers 74-66 in a nonconference women’s basketball game Monday afternoon at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

Southern California, which trailed by two at halftime, outscored Nebraska 29-14 in the third period to seize control. Kennedy Smith led the Women of Troy with 17 points, nine rebounds and six assists. Jazzy Davidson added 17 points, eight rebounds and five blocks.

Britt Prince scored 18 points for Nebraska, which suffered its first loss of the season. The Cornhuskers entered the game 12-0. Southern California improved to 10-3.

An announced crowd of 6,285 watched the contest. Southern California scored 44 points in the paint and 27 points off turnovers.