WEST POINT, N.Y. (Interstat) — Army used a strong second half to defeat NJIT 59-52 in a nonconference women’s basketball game Sunday at Christl Arena.

The Black Knights, who improved to 25-7, trailed by nine at halftime but outscored the Highlanders 35-17 after the break. Kya Smith led Army with 21 points and 17 rebounds. Alejandra Zuniga scored 17 points for NJIT, which fell to 19-13.

NJIT built a 35-24 halftime lead behind 26 first-quarter points but managed only 17 points in the second half. Army seized control with a 17-point third quarter.