ITTA BENA — Mississippi Valley State women's basketball team pulled the rug from under the Lady Tigers of Texas Southern University's feet, squeaking out a 75-74 victory in overtime.

Ashley Beals, who posted a double-double in the Devilettes' victory over the Lady Panthers of Prairie View A & M, recorded another double-double of 26-points and 12 rebounds. She connected on 9-18 field goals attempted and went 8-of-10 at the free throw line. Indianola native, Kristy Parker scored 13-points for Mississippi Valley.

With the momentum shifting between the two teams during the opening period, Texas Southern managed to cling to a 15-12 advantage.

With the win, Mississippi Valley improved to 7-11 and 4-3 in Southwestern Athletic conference play. The second quarter kept the crowd on their feet, as both teams fought their way to 21-points. Entering halftime, the score was 36-33 in favor of the Lady Tigers.

In the third, the tide began to turn in favor of the Devilettes. A clutch layup by Beals at 6:19 prevented a Texas Southern breakout. After being down after the first two periods, MVSU entered the fourth up 56-54.

The final quarter and overtime period came down to the final seconds before a winner was declared. With rapid action, the Devilettes were literally able to stay one step ahead of the Lady Tigers.

The Devilettes travel to Jackson, Mississippi, to face the Lady Tigers of Jackson State University. Tip off is slated for 3:00 p.m.