MIAMI — Rosmery Franco recorded a double-double and Maria Jose Quiroga dished out 10 assists as Atlantis University defeated the New College of Florida developmental team 65-57 in women’s college basketball action.
Franco led the Atlanteans with 17 points and 10 rebounds, adding six assists and four steals in an impressive all-around performance. She connected on seven of 12 shots from the field, including two 3-pointers.
Quiroga contributed 14 points, 10 assists and four steals, while Kenuelys Velazquez added 12 points, six rebounds and four steals. Kiaraliz Del Valle provided a spark off the bench with 11 points, converting all six of her free throw attempts.
Atlantis established control early, outscoring New College 19-12 in the opening quarter. The Atlanteans extended their advantage to 34-26 at halftime and carried a 49-40 lead into the fourth quarter.
New College outscored Atlantis 17-16 in the final period but could not overcome the early deficit.
The Atlanteans shot 35.8% from the field and collected 45 rebounds, including 18 on the offensive glass. Atlantis also recorded 19 assists and 14 steals, demonstrating its ability to create scoring opportunities on both ends of the court.
Delores Charlton contributed seven rebounds off the bench, including five offensive boards, while Rosa Bello added five points, six rebounds and three blocked shots.
