NAPLES, Fla. (Interstat) — The Ball State women’s basketball team used a strong defensive second half to defeat Pittsburgh 55-41 on Friday at Naples Center. The Panthers were held to just two points in the fourth quarter after a close first half. Bree Salenbien led the Cardinals with 17 points and 12 rebounds, while Tessa Towers added 14 points and 13 rebounds. Lauren Rust pulled down 13 rebounds for Pittsburgh. With the win, Ball State improves to 6-1 on the season. Pittsburgh falls to an even 4-4.