University of Neb.-Kearney (3-9, 3-3) used a 23-5 run in the second half to pull away for the Mavericks (2-9, 1-5) on their way to a 74-62 win over Mesa State Saturday night in Kearney, Neb.

At 12:29 in the second half the Lopers broke a 47-47 tie and pushed the lead to 70-52 with 3:32 remaining in the game.

MSC Hannah Breidel led the Mavs in scoring with 13 points, 11 points in the first half. Katie Cupp finished with 10 points, 7 assists and 5 rebounds. Alaina Brennan had a team high 6 rebounds and 3 steals and finished with 9 points.

 UNK's Debi Johnson led all players with 31 points, including 9 of 19 from the 3-point line.

MSC returns home Saturday night for a match-up with UC-Colorado Springs. Tip-off is set for 6 p.m.

Tune in at5:45 for pre-game on KEXO 1340 AM and via the internet at www.mesamavs.com.

The game can also be watched on B2 Networks (subscription) or viewed on live stats by going to www.mesamavs.com and click on the media center link.