MIAMI (Interstat) — Megan Olbrys scored 18 points and grabbed eight rebounds to power Massachusetts to a 66-50 victory over Florida Atlantic in a women’s basketball game Friday at the FIU Christmas Classic.

The Minutemen (8-1) built a commanding lead early, holding the Owls to just six first-quarter points and taking a 35-18 advantage into halftime. Massachusetts maintained a double-digit cushion throughout the second half, stifling any rally attempt.

Florida Atlantic (5-6) was led by Destyne Jackson, who scored 13 points and collected eight rebounds. The Owls showed life with a 19-point fourth quarter but could not overcome their slow start.

Yahmani McKayle added 11 points and four assists for Massachusetts, which dominated the rebounding battle.