MURRAY, Ky. (Interstat) — The Murray State women’s basketball team used a 40-point third quarter to pull away from Valparaiso for a 95-69 victory on Friday night at CFSB Center.

The Racers, now 22-3, led just 38-29 at halftime before their explosive period sealed the win. Halli Poock scored 26 points and Haven Ford added 25 points and seven assists for Murray State.

Allia von Schlegell led the Beacons, 0-25, with 22 points. Valparaiso kept pace early, trailing 21-19 after the first quarter, but was overwhelmed after halftime.