LOS ANGELES (Interstat) — The Southern California Women of Troy opened their season with a commanding 87-48 victory over the New Mexico State Aggies in a non-conference women’s basketball game Tuesday night at Galen Center.

A crowd of 3,971 watched as Southern California used a dominant second-quarter surge to pull away for good. After leading 20-13 through one quarter, the Women of Troy outscored the Aggies 25-10 in the second period to establish a 45-23 halftime lead. Southern California maintained its intensity after the break, adding 20 points in the third and 22 in the fourth to secure the win. New Mexico State managed 16 points in the third quarter but was held to just nine in the final period.

The game was decided by Southern California’s stifling defense and ability to capitalize on mistakes. The Women of Troy scored 24 points off turnovers, compared to just six for the Aggies. While New Mexico State held a slight 32-30 advantage in points in the paint, they were unable to overcome Southern California’s relentless pressure and balanced offensive attack.

Lucia Yenes was a standout in the losing effort for New Mexico State, scoring a game-high 27 points to go along with five rebounds and three blocks in 32 minutes of play. Imani Warren added 11 points for the Aggies.

Southern California’s victory was a collective effort, with five players scoring in double figures. Londynn Jones led the way with 16 points, while Jazzy Davidson filled the stat sheet with 14 points, five rebounds, and four assists. Kennedy Smith contributed 11 points, Kara Dunn added 12 points and eight rebounds, and Dayana Mendes chipped in nine points and five rebounds. Gerda Raulusaityte controlled the glass, pulling down nine rebounds in just 13 minutes off the bench.

The game began with Southern California establishing an early rhythm, and the Aggies could never mount a sustained challenge after the first-quarter deficit widened.

With the loss, New Mexico State begins its season 0-1. The Aggies will look for their first win when they host N.M. Highlands on Nov. 11. Southern California improves to 1-0 and will face a tough early test on the road against North Carolina State in Charlotte on Nov. 9.