The SMU women’s basketball team opened their 2024 season with a 77-64 victory over North Carolina A&T on Monday, marking their fourth consecutive season-opening win.
Led by a standout 21-point performance from junior Nya Robertson, a transfer from George Washington University, and a double-double from senior Jessica Peterson (16 points, 11 rebounds), the SMU Mustangs overcame an early deficit to take control in the second quarter and never looked back.
After falling behind 6-0 to start the game, SMU battled back, with Robertson igniting the offense during a pivotal 22-5 run to close the second quarter. Peterson contributed 10 points and seven rebounds in the first half, helping the Mustangs take a 41-26 lead at halftime.