COLLEGE STATION, Texas -- Freshman Chennedy Carter scored 26 points, powering No. 4 Texas A&M to an 89-76 victory over 13th-seed Drake on Friday in the opening round of the women's NCAA Tournament.
Khaalia Hillsman added 22 to help send the Aggies to the second round against DePaul. Carter also had 11 assists and six steals.
A&M had an answer for every comeback try to Drake. Danni Williams hit a 3-pointer with 5:44 left put the Aggies back into a 15-point lead.
Drake got as close as 85-76 when Maddy Dean hit a runner in the lane, but A&M moved down court and passed to Hillsman, who scored easily.