Greenville, SC - A 9-0 run to late in the first half proved crucial as host Bob Jones University claimed a 76-52 victory over the Johnson & Wales women's basketball team on Tuesday.

Bob Jones outscored the Wildcats (2-5) 24-9 in the second quarter, with guard Maggi Ford scoring each of the final nine points to close out the half and give the hosts a 21 point lead at the intermission.

Wildcats forward Donyelle Stuetley finished with 19 points on the evening on 8-of-12 shooting and led the team with seven rebounds.  Teammate Jaquana Pauling added 13 points.

Ford led all scorers with 20 points.

Johnson & Wales will resume play on Saturday when they host Florida College.  Tip-off is scheduled for 12:30 p.m.