‘Nettes Takeover 4th In Region Standings After Win Over LaFayette
PHS Basketball, Team FYN Sports January 29, 2017Yesterday, the PHS Dragonettes varsity basketball team hosted the Lady Ramblers of LaFayette in another big 6-AAAA region match up. Coming into the game, Pickens was tied for 4th in the 6-AAAA standings with Ridgeland after defeating the Lady Panthers 49-42 the previous night. With A win against LaFayette, the ‘Nettes would have sole possession of 4th place.
The 1st quarter started out very close as both team were able to get offense in. By the end of the frame, Pickens gathered a 16-9 lead over the Lady Ramblers going to the 2nd. In the 2nd, the ‘Nettes were able to extend their lead over LaFayette with the help of their defense. Using a good defensive strategy, & a 22-14 quarter advantage, Pickens led LaFayette going into the break, 38-23.
In the 3rd, the ‘Nettes again added to their lead. Using a 23-12 quarter advantage, Pickens held a 61-35 lead over the Lady Ramblers going to the 4th and final quarter. In the 4th, the ‘Nettes closed things out and came away with a 76-45 victory.
Leading the way for the ‘Nettes were:
Mykenzie Weaver: 17 points, 2 assists, & 12 rebounds
Torie Williams: 12 points, 3 assists, 1 rebound, & 3 steals
Ashley Nelson: 12 points, 2 assists, 5 rebounds, & 2 steals
Mackenzie Hampton: 7 points, 1 assist, & 4 rebounds
Tessa Duncan: 6 points, 7 rebounds, 2 steals, & 1 block
Taylor Wigington: 6 points, 5 assists, & 3 rebounds
Bailey Payne: 5 points, & 3 rebounds
Shelby Cook: 4 points, 5 rebounds, & 1 steal
Autumn Young: 2 points, 5 assists, 1 rebound, & 4 steals
The ‘Nettes will be at home on Tuesday night to close out the regular season as they host the Lady Raiders of Southeast Whitfield. This coming Tuesday will also be Senior Night as the ‘Nettes will honor the departing seniors. Game time scheduled for 6 p.m.
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