Emily Peterson handles the ball up top in a game at Triton earlier this season. (File photo by James Costello)

AKRON — Leading by a tenuous 20-19 advantage at the half, Class 3A No. 4 Tippecanoe Valley used a 19-13 third quarter to seize control on the way to a 51-41 win over visiting North Miami Friday night.

Sophie Bussard put up a game-high 23 points with three steals to lead the Lady Vikings, and Emily Peterson notched 14 for Valley (10-1, 3-0 TRC), which remained unbeaten in Three Rivers Conference play.

Adria Hartley scored 16 points to lead the Warriors (5-2, 1-1 TRC), who surrendered 21 turnovers as the Vikings handed them their first loss in four games and first in TRC play.

Winners of seven straight, the Vikings resume play Tuesday at Winamac. Varsity tip-off is scheduled for 7:45 p.m.