Slow Starts Hinder ‘Nettes In Loss To Union

Last night, the PHS Dragonettes varsity basketball team traveled up to Blairsville to take on the Union Co. Lady Panthers in non-region action. Pickens, looked to get back on the winning track after a tough game Monday night against Northwest Whitfield.

 

The 1st quarter, started with the Lady Panthers jumping out to a quick lead. Pickens, picked things up as the quarter rolled along, but it would be Union who held a 13-7 lead going to the 2nd. In the 2nd, the ‘Nettes got things clicking on both ends. With the help of a 22-12 quarter run, Pickens took a 29-25 lead into the break.

 

In the 3rd, it was back and forth with the teams trading the lead several times. With an 11-8 quarter run, the Lady Panthers were able to regain the lead going to the 4th, 37-36. In the 4th, Union was able to hold off the ‘Nettes with a 20-17 quarter run, & key free throws to get the win, 57-53.

 

Leading the way for the ‘Nettes were:

Torie Williams: 19 points, 8 assists, 2 rebounds, & 1 steal

Mykenzie Weaver: 19 points, 1 assist, 5 rebounds, & 1 steal

Mackenzie Hampton: 6 points, 1 assist, 6 rebounds, & 1 steal

Allie Stephens: 5 points, 2 assists, & 1 rebound

Shelby Cook: 2 points, 1 assist, 5 rebounds, 1 steal, & 1 block

Hattie Baker: 2 points, 2 rebounds, & 1 steal

 

The ‘Nettes, will now have a week to get ready for a 3-day Christmas Tournament being held in Fannin. Pickens, will play at 2 pm on Thursday.