MONTEVALLO, Ala. - The Valdosta State women's basketball team picked up their fifth straight win and secured hosting rights for the first round of the Gulf South Conference Tournament with a 61-48 road win over Montevallo in Montevallo, Ala. on Wednesday night.

Valdosta State's senior trio led the way again for the red and black, as Madi Mitchell, Kenya Samone' Dixon, and Taylor Buie teamed up for 37 of VSU's 61 points. Mitchell led the way with 15 and just missed a double double after hauling in nine rebounds on the night. Dixon added 12 points and seven rebounds, while Buie dished out five assists to complement a 10-point offensive effort.

The Lady Blazers turned the ball over 19 times in the contest, which led to 20 points for the Falcons. Valdosta State softened the blow, however, with 48 rebounds against just 24 for Montevallo. Crystal Townsend gave Valdosta State an impressive individual effort on the boards with a career-high 12 rebounds.

Valdosta State, who debuted at No. 8 in the first round of NCAA Division II South Regional rankings on Wednesday, improved to 19-7 overall and 13-5 in conference play. Meanwhile, the Falcons' woes continued, as they fell to 2-24 overall and 0-18 against league opponents.

The Lady Blazers will host a massive GSC game on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. against the visiting North Alabama Lions, who are currently ranked second in both the GSC and South Regional standings. Coverage of the game will be provided at www.vstateblazers.com.