MILLERSVILLE, PA — The Bowie State women's basketball team (5-1) defeated Millersville University on Monday, 70-45, inside Pucillo Gymnasium, bolstered by 26 points off turnovers and 10 blocks.

After MU opened the game with a quick layup, Bowie State answered immediately with a three-pointer from Mia Smith to take its first lead. The Bulldogs controlled the pace throughout the first quarter, using Smith's second three and a three-point play from Chaniya Taylor to build a 22-10 advantage after one.

Bowie State maintained its momentum in the second quarter, outscoring Millersville 14-13. Hannah Wilkerson sparked the frame with a fast-break layup following a steal from Smith, while Sydney Anthony added another transition basket to extend the Bulldogs' lead 36-23 into halftime.

The Bulldogs put the game out of reach in the third quarter, dominating 19-6. Kristin Sterling helped anchor the defensive effort with a key block and rebound sequence, while Smith continued her strong night with a fast-break finish. Afia Owusu-Mensah capped the quarter with a buzzer-beater jumper to give BSU a 55-29 lead.

BSU closed out the win in the fourth quarter. Taylor knocked down an early jumper, Wilkerson added a three-pointer, and Taylor Timms connected from deep late to keep the Bulldogs comfortably ahead.

Top Performers

Mia Smith
• 22 points
• 3 3-pointers
• 5 of 7 free throws
• 2 steals

Jada Bouknight
• 4 blocks
• 2 of 2 free throws

Chaniya Taylor
• 9 points
• 7 rebounds
• 2 blocks

Up Next
The Bulldogs will continue their road stretch with a nonconference matchup at Shippensburg University on Friday, Dec. 5. Tipoff is set for 7 p.m. inside Heiges Field House in Shippensburg, Pa. 

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