by CANYON, Texas — Aniya Johnson scored a game-high 27 points as New Mexico Highlands fell 86-81 in overtime to Angelo State on Friday. Johnson shot 11 of 24 from the field, 1 of 1 from three and a perfect 4 of 4 at the line, adding 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal and 1 block in 39 minutes as a starter.
The Cowgirls led 36-26 at halftime, but Angelo State battled back to tie it 68-68 with 42 seconds left in regulation, then pulled away in overtime.
Kamalani Anitielu added 14 points with a team-high 6 assists and 3 steals in 42 minutes as a starter.
