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UTEP women find a way against Alabama State to get to 3-1

UTEP women find a way against Alabama State to get to 3-1

In a 64-56 victory against Alabama State, the UTEP women's basketball team celebrated their winning ways during mid-November's feeling-out schedule. Coach Kayla Thornton returned to El Paso with her second title, having scored 2 points in the game. After a close game, UTEP broke through a 44-44 tie with a strong fourth quarter, fueled by a 10-2 run that shifted the momentum.

Though UTEP's performance was not optimal, the team secured a win by forcing 16 turnovers and winning points off turnovers 39-13. The resiliency of the team was highlighted by Aolani Woldai's career performance and Mary Moses Amaniyo's 17 points and 6 rebounds.

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