ADA – The East Central University women's basketball team broke a three-game losing streak with a 73-69 victory over Arkansas-Monticello in Great American Conference action at the Kerr Activities Center.

The Tigers (7-11, 6-8 GAC) were led by junior Lakin Preisner, who tallied her third career double-double on 13 points, 13 rebounds, five assists and a steal. Senior Devon Branch paced the team with 23 points, while sophomore Madison Nickens added 16 points.

The game started close, with the Cotton Blossoms (7-11, 6-8 GAC) holding a slight 4-3 lead after the first two minutes. The teams continue...