WASHINGTON (Interstat) — Emma Von Essen’s 3-pointer at the buzzer lifted Hofstra to a 72-71 victory over Towson in a Colonial Athletic Association women’s basketball tournament game Thursday at CareFirst Arena.

The Pride, who led by nine after the first quarter, saw the Tigers mount a fierce comeback, taking a late lead behind India Johnston’s game-high 21 points. Hofstra’s Chloe Sterling answered with 17 points and seven assists. Semaya Turner led Towson with 18 points.

Hofstra, which ended its regular season at 9-21, advances. Towson finishes its season 17-14.