Starks Leads Western Michigan Past South Alabama in Tight Contest
KALAMAZOO, Mich. (Interstat) — Kailey Starks scored 33 points to propel Western Michigan to a 73-67 victory over South Alabama in a nonconference women’s basketball game Saturday at University Arena.
The Broncos, who improved to 7-14, used a 20-point third quarter to create separation after trailing by three at halftime. Starks, a 5-foot-7 guard from Evanston, Illinois, added seven rebounds while playing 38 minutes. Western Michigan sealed the win at the free-throw line, making 22 of 27 attempts.
Daniela Gonzalez led South Alabama (9-14) with 18 points. The Jaguars shot 45.3% from the field but were undone by 14 turnovers, which the Broncos converted into 19 points. Attendance was 772.