ARLINGTON, TX - The Arlington Baptist University Patriots women's basketball team secured a gritty 67-59 win over the Southwestern Adventist University Knights on Monday evening. The victory moves the Patriots to 6-10 on the season.

Despite shooting challenges, with the team converting 36.5% (23-63) from the field and 20.0% (6-30) from three-point range, the Patriots' defensive intensity proved to be the difference-maker in securing the win.
Sophia Cortez continued her strong offensive production, leading all Patriots scorers with 18 points on efficient 58.3% shooting from the field. Cortez's complete performance included 4 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 blocks, showcasing her impact on both ends of the floor.

Sa'Nya Green delivered a defensive masterclass with a remarkable 12 steals, while adding 10 points, 3 rebounds, and 5 assists to her stat line. Her defensive prowess helped generate crucial transition opportunities throughout the contest.

Enyce Williams contributed 9 points on 57.1% shooting from the field, along with 4 rebounds, while making her presence felt defensively with a block and 2 steals.

The Patriots' collective defensive effort was anchored by Williams and Kaylee Bennett, who secured 3 defensive rebounds each, while Green, Laila Stewart, and Haley Perkins each pulled down 2 defensive boards
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The Patriots will hit the road for their next contest, traveling to Moore, Oklahoma to face the Randall University Saints on Saturday, February 22nd, 2025, at the Randall University Campus Activities Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 1:00 PM.