SPARTANBURG, S.C. (Interstat) — Wofford outscored Western Carolina by 12 points in the fourth quarter to earn a 71-65 comeback victory in a Southern Conference women’s basketball game Thursday night at Jerry Richardson Indoor Stadium. The Terriers, who trailed by nine at halftime, closed the game on a 23-14 run. Maddie Heiss led Wofford with 20 points. Grace Pack scored a game-high 21 points for the Catamounts in the loss. Wofford improved to 8-9 overall. Western Carolina fell to 3-14. Attendance was 320.

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (Interstat) — In a Southern Conference clash defined by a decisive final quarter, the Wofford Terriers overcame a halftime deficit to defeat the Western Carolina Catamounts 71-65 in women’s basketball on Thursday night at Jerry Richardson Indoor Stadium. The game turned in the fourth quarter, where Wofford outscored Western Carolina 23-14 to erase a Catamount lead that had stood for the majority of the contest. The Terriers, who improved to 8-9 overall, sealed the victory at the free-throw line in the final minute after a frantic sequence that included a technical foul. Western Carolina, which fell to 3-14, led 40-31 at halftime after a strong first half but managed only 25 points after the break. The Catamounts’ offense stalled in the third and fourth quarters against a tightening Wofford defense. Maddie Heiss of Wofford led all scorers with 20 points, including four crucial free throws in the final nine seconds. Her backcourt mate, Gabby Mundy, added 18 points. The Terriers’ interior presence was anchored by Queen Ikhiuwu of Madrid, Spain, who recorded a double-double with 19 points and multiple key defensive plays. Western Carolina was paced by Grace Pack’s 21 points, while Taj Hunter contributed 11 points and four assists. Betsey Burnett added 12 points off the bench for the Catamounts. The first half belonged to Western Carolina, which used an efficient first quarter to build an early advantage. The Catamounts shot well from the perimeter early, connecting on 7 of 22 three-point attempts for the game, and led 23-21 after a fast-paced opening period. They extended that lead to nine by halftime, capitalizing on a second quarter where Wofford managed only 10 points. The momentum shifted after halftime. Wofford chipped away in the third quarter, narrowing the gap, before unleashing its game-winning run in the final period. The Terriers attacked the basket relentlessly, drawing fouls and converting 15 of 21 free throws for the game, compared to Western Carolina’s 8 of 11. A critical juncture arrived with 9.1 seconds remaining and Wofford clinging to a 68-65 lead. After a Western Carolina steal, a technical foul was called on the Catamounts’ bench. Heiss calmly sank both technical free throws to extend the lead to five. On the ensuing possession, Mundy was fouled and split a pair, effectively putting the game out of reach. Statistically, the game was a contrast in styles. Wofford dominated inside, scoring 42 points in the paint to Western Carolina’s 28, and outrebounded the Catamounts 44-38. Western Carolina’s ball movement, evidenced by seven assists to Wofford’s four, was not enough to overcome 38.5% shooting from the field. Wofford shot 42.9%. The victory was a reversal of fortune for Wofford, which entered the game having lost two of its last three conference contests. For Western Carolina, the loss extended a difficult stretch in Southern Conference play. Wofford returns to action Saturday at home against UNC Greensboro. Western Carolina travels to face Furman on Saturday.

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (Interstat) — The Wofford Terriers will look to build on a recent conference road win when they host the struggling Western Carolina Catamounts in a Southern Conference women’s basketball matchup on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026. The game at Jerry Richardson Indoor Stadium features two teams seeking consistency in league play. Wofford (7-9) is coming off a 61-57 victory at East Tennessee State last Saturday, powered by a double-double from guard Gabby Mundy. The Terriers’ junior scored 17 points and grabbed 11 rebounds in the win, continuing a strong stretch where she has averaged 14.8 points over her last five games. Western Carolina (3-13) has lost four straight, including a 73-62 home loss to Samford on Jan. 10. The Catamounts have struggled defensively, allowing an average of 75.5 points during their current skid. Their offense runs through sophomore guard Ally Hollifield, who has been a bright spot. Hollifield has scored 15 or more points in four consecutive games, including a 15-point, 7-rebound effort against Samford. Wofford holds a clear advantage in the standings and will be favored at home, where they are 4-2 this season. Western Carolina is 1-7 in road games. The Terriers won both meetings last season by an average of 22 points. For Western Carolina to snap its losing streak, it will need to contain Mundy and find secondary scoring behind Hollifield. Wofford aims to protect its home floor and climb above .500 in conference play. Tipoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. EST.