Pickens Basketball Celebrates Season At Banquet
PHS Basketball, Team FYN Sports March 8, 2016
Last night, the PHS Basketball program celebrated their seasons with their end of the year banquet. Coaches talked about the good things during the season, the growth of the players, & sang happy birthday to the birthday girl, Nettes’ varsity head coach Donna Enis.
The cheerleaders were up first to celebrate their season and recognize everyone that helped them throughout the year. After the cheerleaders were given their certificates, it was girls JV coach Jenna Shaw’s turn as she talked about her teams season. She had several freshman and young girls on the roster and sees great potential in the girls. Next up, was coach Beckham for the C-team (9th grade), while they did not win a game during the season, coach Beckham was very encouraged by the progress they made during the year.
After the C-Team, it was JV boys coach Bo Page’s turn to recognize his team and their season. He acknowledged his team for improving during the season and for helping the Varsity prepare for their games. It would be the Dragonettes turn to be recognized as coach Enis shared her thoughts on the season. She noted that while she had a young team, she was thrilled how they came together to be just one game shy of having back to back state tournament appearances.
Sophomore Mackenzie Hampton was recognized as an All-region player and Madison McClure, Ashley Nelson, & Autumn Young were recognized as Honorable Mentions for the All-Region team. Sophomore Shelby Cook took home the Biscuit Award given to the girl who drew the most charges. Ashley Nelson received the Academic Award for having the highest GPA on the team.
Kaitlin Redman then was awarded the Most Improved Award. The Offensive Player went to Mackenzie Hampton while the Defensive Player went to Madison McClure. The Coach Pruitt Award went to Taylor Wigington. Ashley Nelson was rewarded with the Sierra Stephens Heart of a Dragon Award & Madison McClure received the Sierra Stephens Memorial Scholarship. The MVP went to Autumn Young.
Last but not least, varsity boys coach Brad Steinhauer came up to the podium to talk about his team. He mentioned winning two games in one day to reach the state tournament and beating rival Gilmer four times in one season.
Holden Roop was recognized as All-Region for the Dragons & Trent Rizoti received All-Region Honorable Mention. Both players will be playing in the N. Ga All Star game on Thursday. Sam Davis was awarded the Defensive Player award while Holden Roop got the Offensive Player award.
Winner of the Academic Award was Avery Luke for having the team high GPA. The Best Rebounder Award went to Trent Rizoti. Tyler Garner took home the Jennings Key Memorial Award. The RJ Casey Spirit Award went to Joseph Gossett. The Heart of a Dragon Award went to Walker Lawrence. The Stephen Ledford Memorial Award went to DJ Walden. The Final award of the night was the MVP Award and was given to Holden Roop.
It was a great night celebrating everyone that had a part in making this season of PHS Basketball successful. Both teams have a lot of young talent and the future is bright for both the Nettes’ & Dragons.
Nettes’ Defeat LaFayette One Win From State Tournament
PHS Basketball, Team FYN Sports February 9, 2016
Last night, PHS Dragonettes’ varsity basketball team traveled to Southeast Whitfield to take part in the opening round of the 7-AAAA Region Tournament. Pickens, came into the ball game as the #5 seed and needed two wins if they wanted to make it to state. First, they had to get past LaFayette.
In the 1st quarter, the Nettes’ got off to a quick start. The Lady Ramblers got back into things by the end of the frame as Pickens held a 13-6 advantage going into the 2nd. In the 2nd quarter, both teams were pretty much evenly matched. The Nettes’, outscored LaFayette 9-8, to take a 22-14 lead into the break.
Starting with the 3rd, the 2nd half belonged to Pickens. The Nettes’ used a 20-5 quarter run to break their lead wide open, 42-19 going to the 4th. Pickens used a 17-11 run in the 4th to close things out and advance, 59-30.
Leading the way for the Nettes’ were:
Shelby Cook: 15 points, 1 assist, 7 rebounds, & 1 block
Mackenzie Hampton: 8 points, 1 assist, 4 rebounds, & 2 steals
Tessa Duncan: 8 points, 2 assists, & 1 rebound
Autumn Young: 6 points, 3 assists, 2 rebounds, 1 steal, & 1 block
Allie Stephens: 5 points, 1 rebound, & 3 steals
Shae Chadwick: 5 points, & 1 rebound
Torie Williams: 4 points, 3 assists, 3 rebounds, & 1 steal
Madison McClure: 3 points, 5 assists, 1 rebounds, 2 steals, & 1 block
Ashley Nelson: 3 points, 1 assist, 2 rebounds, & 2 steals
Kaitlin Redman: 2 points, 1 assist, 3 rebounds, & 1 steal
The Nettes’ will now prepare for their third match up of the season with the Region Tournament host team, the Southeast Whitfield Lady Raiders. The two teams split their regular season meetings but this match up, is the most important one as the winner advances to the state tournament. Tip off is scheduled for 4 p.m. tomorrow.
Nettes’ Fall To Gilmer Will Face LaFayette On Monday
PHS Basketball, Team FYN Sports February 5, 2016
Yesterday, the PHS Dragonettes’ varsity basketball team hosted the Gilmer Lady Cats in a make up game that was postponed due to a power outage. The two teams had already played the first half prior to the outage, and we set to play the 2nd half with the Nettes’ ahead, 28-24.
In the 3rd, both teams went back and forth as it was as intense as a rivalry game should be. Pickens and the Lady Cats each poured in 17 points a piece, and the Nettes’ still held the advantage going to the 4th, 45-41.
In the 4th and final quarter, Gilmer seized control. The Lady Cats used a 19-8 run and hit late free throws to take this one, 60-53. With the win, the Gilmer Lady Cats sealed up the #3 seed in next week’s region tournament.
Leading the way for the Nettes’ were:
Mackenzie Hampton: 18 points, 1 assist, 8 rebounds, & 2 steals
Autumn Young: 10 points, 3 assists, 3 rebounds, & 4 steals
Shelby Cook: 8 points, 3 assists, 5 rebounds, 1 steal, & 1 block
Madison McClure: 6 points, 2 assists, 3 rebounds, & 1 steal
Torie Williams: 6 points, & 2 assists
Ashley Nelson ended the night with 5 points, 2 assists, & 1 rebound & Kaitlin Redman added 4 rebounds.
The loss didn’t have any effect on the Nettes’ in the standings as they had already locked up the #5 seed in the upcoming region tournament. Their opponent will be the #8 seeded Lady Ramblers of LaFayette. The match up will take place at Southeast Whitfield and will be on Monday at 7:30 p.m.
Nettes’ Sweep Ridgeland To Virtually Lock Up The 5th Seed
PHS Basketball, Team FYN Sports February 3, 2016
Earlier this evening, the PHS Dragonettes varsity basketball team hosted the Ridgeland Lady Panthers in a 7-AAAA region ball game. Coming into the game, Pickens were firmly in the 5th spot in the standings and looked to make that grip even tighter as they looked to get a repeat of their win in Rossville in early January and send the celebrating seniors and fans decked out in pink home happy.
In the 1st quarter, both teams came out slow on the offensive side of the ball. The scoring started quickly however as the Lady Panthers took a 13-9 lead into the 2nd. In the 2nd, the Nettes’ got things cranking. They outscored Ridgeland 17-12 to take a slim 26-25 lead going into the half.
As the 3rd quarter began, Pickens looked to add on to their lead. With the help of a 16-11 run, add on to their lead is exactly what they did as the Nettes’ took a 42-36 lead into the 4th. Holding a two possession lead going into the 4th and final quarter of play, Pickens sealed things with a 20-10 quarter run to come away with a 62-46 victory. The victory gives the Nettes’ a 7-6 record in region play and likely a 5th place region tournament seeding.
Leading the way for the Nettes’ were:
Autumn Young: 17 points, 3 assists, 5 rebounds, & 3 steals
Mackenzie Hampton: 12 points, 1 assist, 9 rebounds, & 2 steals
Ashley Nelson: 10 points, 1 assist, 4 rebounds, & 2 steals
Shelby Cook: 9 points, 7 rebounds, 1 steal, & 1 block
Kaitlin Redman: 8 points, 9 rebounds, & 2 steals
Madison McClure finished with 4 points, 10 assists, 3 rebounds, & 2 steals, while Torie Williams added 3 assists, and 1 rebound, & McKenna Kemp had 2 points.
The Nettes’ will have one more game before getting ready for the region tournament. Pickens will host the Gilmer Lady Cats on Thursday in a make up game originally planned for December. Tip off is scheduled for 6 p.m.
Nettes’ Fall To Lady Cats; Prepare For Regular Season’s Final Week
PHS Basketball, Team FYN Sports January 31, 2016
Last night, the PHS Dragonettes varsity basketball team made the trek up 515 to take on their rival, the Gilmer Lady Cats. This game was the first of two make up games these teams have due to a power outage, and the snow storm.
In the first quarter, both teams tried to find a groove on offense. The Lady Cats were able to get something going as they took a 12-6 lead going into the 2nd. In the 2nd, Gilmer stretched their lead out to double digits. Using a 15-7 quarter run, the Lady Cats went into the break, up 27-13.
In the 3rd, the Nettes’ were in comeback mode as they made a little run in the quarter. Pickens outscored Gilmer 14-11, to make it 38-27. In the 4th, the Nettes’ tried everything they could to get back into the it using the inside game to draw fouls on the Lady Cat players, cutting the lead to 7 at one point. It would not be enough however as Gilmer was able to hit key shots down the stretch to take this one, 50-41.
Leading the way for the Nettes’ were:
Mackenzie Hampton: 10 points, 1 assist, 11 rebounds, & 2 steals
Ashley Nelson: 10 points, 1 assist, 3 rebounds, & 1 steal
Shelby Cook: 7 points, 1 assist, 7 rebounds, & 1 steal
Kaitlin Redman: 3 points, 10 rebounds, & 2 steals
Madison McClure, Torie Williams, & Autumn Young each had 3 on the night.
The Nettes’ now will turn their focus on the final week of the regular season in hopes of moving up from the 5th spot in the standings prior to the region tournament. Pickens will host the Lady Panthers of Ridgeland on Tuesday for Senior Night in the Dragons Den. Tip off is scheduled for 6 p.m.
Nettes’ Fall To Lady Bruins Prepare For Weekend On The Road
PHS Basketball, Team FYN Sports January 27, 2016
Last night, the PHS Dragonettes varsity basketball team hosted the Lady Bruins of Northwest Whitfield. Pickens, came into the game 3rd in the region while the Lady Bruins came in tied for 1st with Heritage, and ranked 10th in the 4A poll.
The first quarter started out back and forth with both teams feeling one another out. Northwest Whitfield took the lead by the end of the quarter 22-8. The Lady Bruins added to their lead in the 2nd quarter by using a 13-6 run. Northwest Whitfield found themselves ahead at the half, 35-14.
In the 3rd, the Lady Bruins used a 21-10 quarter run. They led the way going to the 4th, 56-24. In the 4th, both teams scored 7 points each. Northwest Whitfield took this one, 63-31.
Leading the way for the Nettes’ were:
Mackenzie Hampton: 9 points, 1 assist, & 6 rebounds
Ashley Nelson: 5 points, & 5 rebounds
Madison McClure: 4 points, 2 assists, & 3 steals
Autumn Young: 3 points, 1 assist, 3 rebounds, & 3 steals
Shelby Cook: 3 points, & 3 rebounds
Kaitlin Redman had 2 points, 1 assist, & 7 rebounds, & McKenna Kemp had 2 points, & 2 rebounds.
The Nettes now find themselves tied for 4th in the region with their next opponent, the Southeast Whitfield Lady Raiders. Pickens will travel to take on the Lady Raiders looking for the regular season sweep. Tip off is scheduled for 7 p.m.
Nettes’ Fall To Lady Generals Prepare For Rivalry Game
PHS Basketball, Team FYN Sports January 20, 2016
Last night, the PHS Dragonettes varsity basketball team hosted the Lady Generals of Heritage in a match up of two of the top 3 teams in the region. Pickens, came into the ball game winners of 5 straight games and 4 straight region games.
The 1st quarter got off to a a fast start for the Nettes’. Pickens raced out to a 24-16 lead going to the 2nd. In the 2nd, Heritage got back in it using a 13-6 quarter run. The Nettes’ still held the slight lead over the Lady Generals 30-29 heading to the break.
The 3rd quarter saw both defenses for each team play shut down basketball. A total of 11 points were scored between the two teams as Pickens outscored Heritage 7-4 to take a 37-33 lead into the 4th. In the 4th, the Lady Generals offense exploded and were able to take the lead from the Nettes’. A 28-10 quarter run helped Heritage get a 61-47 win, ending the Nettes’ 5 game win streak.
Leading the way for the Nettes’ were:
Autumn Young: 13 points, 4 assists, 2 rebounds, & 2 steals
Mackenzie Hampton: 11 points, 1 assist, 6 rebounds, 2 steals, & 2 blocks
Madison McClure: 8 points, 4 assists, & 5 steals
Kaitlin Redman: 6 points, 4 rebounds, & 1 steal
Shelby Cook: 6 points, & 2 rebounds
Ashley Nelson finished with 4 points, 1 assist, 3 rebounds, & 3 steals, & Torie Williams had 3 assists, 2 rebounds, & 1 steal.
Pickens will look to start a new streak as they travel up 515 to take on the Gilmer Lady Cats on Friday. This game will have extra meaning to it because the winner will likely have 3rd place at the end of the night. Tip off scheduled for 7 p.m.
Nettes’ Blow Past Lady Canes For 5th Straight Win
PHS Basketball, Team FYN Sports January 17, 2016
This past Friday evening, the PHS Dragonettes varsity basketball team traveled to take on the Lady Canes of Cartersville in 7-AAAA action. The Nettes’, came in riding a 4 game win streak with 3 of those 4 wins coming in region play.
In the first quarter, things went back and forth. Pickens came away with the first quarter lead, 12-9. Again in the 2nd, the ball game was tightly contested. The Nettes’ outscored the Lady Canes 13-8 to stretch their lead to 25-17 going into the half.
In the third, Pickens began to pull away. The Nettes’ used a 23-8 quarter run to grab a 48-25 lead going to the fourth. Cartersville outscored the Nettes’ 15-14 in the 4th, but that would not be enough. Pickens came away with a 62-40 win for their 5th straight. With the win, Pickens has now evened up their overall record at 9-9 and improved their region record to 6-2.
Leading the way for the Nettes’ were:
Autumn Young: 15 points, 2 assists, & 1 steal
Mackenzie Hampton: 11 points, 6 rebounds, & 3 steals
Madison McClure: 8 points, 9 assists, 1 rebound, & 3 steals
Ashley Nelson: 7 points, 1 assist, 4 rebounds, & 1 steal
Kaitlin Redman: 6 points, 1 assist, 4 rebounds, & 1 steal
Torie Williams finished with 6 points, 3 rebounds, & 1 steal, Tessa Duncan had 5 points, & 2 rebounds, Shae Chadwick had 3 points, & 1 rebound, & McKenna Kemp had 1 point & 2 rebounds.
The Nettes’ will bring their 5 game winning streak back home on Tuesday as they host the region leading Heritage Lady Generals. Heritage is tied at the top with Northwest Whitfield at 7-2 with Pickens just one game back in third at 6-2. Tip off is scheduled for 6 p.m.
Nettes’ Sweep LaFayette For Fourth Straight
PHS Basketball, Team FYN Sports January 13, 2016
Last night, the PHS Dragonettes varsity basketball team traveled to take on the LaFayette Lady Ramblers in 7-AAAA action. Pickens, came into the game winners of three straight and looking to keep up their winning ways in the new year.
In the first quarter, the Nettes’ had everything working. Pickens took a 23-5 lead going into the 2nd quarter. In the 2nd, it was LaFayette’s turn to get hot. The Lady Ramblers hit three after three to get back into the game in the frame. LaFayette would go on to outscore the Nettes’ 24-15, but Pickens still held a 38-29 lead going to the break.
In the 3rd, the Nettes’ used offense & defense to stretch out their lead. Pickens outscored the Lady Ramblers 15-5 in the quarter to take a 53-34 lead into the 4th. The Nettes’ closed things out in the 4th and picked up the win, 57-37. Their 4th straight.
Leading the way for the Nettes’ were:
Autumn Young: 16 points, 3 assists, & 2 rebounds
Mackenzie Hampton: 14 points, 3 assists, 11 rebounds, & 1 steal
Torie Williams: 14 points, & 1 assist
Ashley Nelson: 9 points, 1 assist, 5 rebounds, & 1 steal
Kaitlin Redman: 3 points, 1 assist, 7 rebounds, & 1 steal
Shelby Cook had 2 points & 5 rebounds while Madison McClure finished with 5 assists, 2 rebounds, & 3 steals.
The Nettes’ will look for five in a row on Friday as they head to Cartersville to take on the Lady Canes. Tip off scheduled for 7 p.m.
Nettes’ Tame Lady Lions For Third Straight Win
Team FYN Sports January 10, 2016
Last night, the PHS Dragonettes varsity basketball team hosted the Lady Lions of Christian Heritage in a non-region ball game. Last month, Christian Heritage came away with a 39-34 victory at home. The Nettes’ looked to return the favor last night.
In the first quarter, both teams found early success as it was a closely contested frame. Pickens held a 14-11 lead heading into the 2nd. In the 2nd, the Nettes’ looked to add to their lead and that’s what they did. Using a 16-6 quarter run, Pickens stretched their lead over the Lady Lions to 30-17 heading into halftime.
The third, saw close action much like the beginning of the game. The Nettes’ outscored Christian Heritage 12-8 in the the frame to take a lead of 42-25 going to the 4th. Pickens closed things out and walked away with a 48-29 win.
Leading the way for the Nettes’ were:
Madison McClure: 10 points, 2 assists, 2 rebounds, & 2 steals
Kaitlin Redman: 9 points, & 5 rebounds
Autumn Young: 8 points, 5 assists, 5 rebounds, & 2 steals
Ashley Nelson: 8 points, 2 assists, 11 rebounds, & 2 steals
Mackenzie Hampton: 8 points, 1 assist, 9 rebounds, & 1 steal
Torie Williams had 3 points, 2 assists, & 3 rebounds, & Shelby Cook finished with 2 points, 4 rebounds, & a steal.
With the win, the Nettes’ are now winners of three straight. Pickens will look to continue their winning ways on Tuesday when they travel to take on the Lady Ramblers of LaFayette. With a win there, the Nettes’ would improve to 5-2 in region play. Tip off scheduled for 6 p.m.
Nettes’ Earn 2nd Straight Region Win
Team FYN Sports January 9, 2016
Last night, the PHS Dragonettes varsity basketball team traveled to Rossville, Ga to take on the Lady Panthers of Ridgeland in a big 7-AAAA region game. The game would be played at Rossville Middle School due to the Wrestling Area Region Tournament being held at Ridgeland High School.
The 1st quarter saw back and forth action between both teams. The Nettes’ took a 13-10 lead heading into the 2nd. In the 2nd quarter, both schools looked evenly matched. We went into the half, tied at 24 a piece.
In the 3rd, the Lady Panthers took the lead for the first time. Ridgeland outscored the Nettes’ 17-13 in the frame to take a 41-37 lead going to the 4th. In the 4th, Pickens battled back to regain the lead. With the help of an 18-9 quarter run, the Nettes’ secured the win, 55-49. For the 2nd straight game, four Nettes’ were in double figures.
Leading the way for the Nettes’ were:
Mackenzie Hampton: 18 points, & 16 rebounds
Shelby Cook: 13 points, 11 rebounds, 3 steals, & 1 block
Autumn Young: 12 points, 2 assists, 2 rebounds, & 2 steals
Ashley Nelson: 11 points, 4 assists, 1 rebound, & 1 steal
Madison McClure had 3 points, 3 assists, 2 rebounds, & 2 steals, Torie Williams had 4 assists, 1 rebound, & 1 steal, & Kaitlin Redman finished with 5 rebounds, & 1 steal.
The Nettes’ will be back at it tonight as they host the Lady Lions of Christian Heritage. Tip off scheduled for 6 p.m.
Nettes’ Open Pickens Holiday Classic Against Creekview
Team FYN Sports December 29, 2015
Yesterday, the PHS Dragonettes varsity basketball team hosted the Lady Grizzlies of Creekview in the first day of the Pickens Holiday Classic. This round robin tournament features schools from different classifications. Creekview is out of 5A.
In the opening quarter, both teams traded buckets. The Lady Grizzlies held the lead going to the 2nd, 10-8. In the 2nd, both teams continued to find offense. Creekview outscored the Nettes’ 14-9 in the frame to take a halftime lead of 24-17.
Both Pickens and the Lady Grizzlies kept up their offensive ways in the 3rd with both teams scoring in double digits. Creekview stretched it’s lead out to 40-29 after a 16-12 quarter run. The Lady Grizzlies closed things out in the 4th by using a 21-5 quarter run. The final ended up being, 61-34.
Leading the way for the Nettes’ were:
Ashley Nelson: 9 points, & 4 rebounds
Torie Williams: 9 points, 1 rebound, & 1 steal
Mackenzie Hampton: 8 points, 2 assists, & 1 rebound
Kaitlin Redman: 4 points, & 1 rebound
Madison McClure finished with 1 point, 4 assists, 3 rebounds, & 1 steal, McKenna Kemp had 2 points, & 2 rebounds, & Shelby Cook had 1 point, 3 rebounds, & a steal.
The Nettes’ will be back in action today in Day 2 of the PHS Holiday Classic as they take on the River Ridge Lady Knights. Tip off scheduled for 6 p.m. in the new gym.
Nettes’ Fall To Undefeated Lady Tigers
Team FYN Sports December 22, 2015
Last night, the PHS Dragonettes varsity basketball team hosted the Lady Tigers of Dawson County in a non-region game. Dawson came into the ball game undefeated at 9-0 while the Nettes’ looked to build momentum after their big win against Cartersville last Friday.
In the 1st quarter, both teams found early success. The Lady Tigers took the lead after the first frame, 11-8. Dawson County stretched it’s lead out in the 2nd quarter outscoring the Nettes’ 20-11. The Lady Tigers held the lead at the half, 31-19.
The 3rd quarter was a back breaker for Pickens as they could not get anything to drop. Dawson County led things going to the 4th, 52-28. In the 4th, the Nettes’ got back on track offensively outscoring the Lady Tigers 18-17 in the quarter. Dawson County however, came away with the victory, 69-46.
Leading the way for the Nettes’ on the night were:
Torie Williams: 12 points, 2 assists, & 1 rebound
Madison McClure: 9 points, 3 assists, & 2 rebounds
Ashley Nelson: 7 points, 1 assist, 1 rebound, & 1 steal
Kaitlin Redman: 4 points, & 6 rebounds
Mackenzie Hampton finished with 4 points, 1 assist, & 2 rebounds, Bailey Payne had 3 points, & 2 assists, Allie Stephens had 3 points, and 2 rebounds, & Autumn Young had 2 points, 3 assists, and 1 rebound.
The Nettes’ will have the rest of the week off as they get ready for the annual Pickens Holiday Classic Tournament. The tournament will run from Monday through Wednesday next week and all tip offs for the Nettes’ are scheduled for 6 p.m.
Nettes’ Lose Tough Road Game Against Christian Heritage
Team FYN Sports December 13, 2015
Yesterday evening, the PHS Dragonettes varsity basketball team traveled to Dalton to take on the Lady Lions of Christian Heritage. After having their previous game cut short due to a power outage, Pickens looked to get back to their winning ways.
In the opening quarter, things started off slow for both teams. The offense picked up towards the middle and end of the 1st. The Lady Lions held the lead, 11-8. In the 2nd quarter, a total of 16 points were scored as both teams generated 8 points. Christian Heritage held a slight lead at the half, 19-16.
The 3rd quarter saw the Nettes’ make a bit of a run, taking the lead during the quarter. Pickens outscored the Lady Lions in the frame 9-7, but it was Christian Heritage who clinged to a 26-25 lead going to the 4th. While the Nettes’ had their chances in the 4th, the Lady Lions held on using a 13-10 quarter run to come away with a 39-35 victory.
Leading the way for the Nettes’ were:
Autumn Young: 14 points, 3 rebounds, & 3 steals
Mackenzie Hampton: 9 points, 1 assist, & 6 rebounds
Shelby Cook: 9 points, 1 assist, 3 rebounds, & 1 steal
Ashley Nelson added 2 points, 1 assist, 4 rebounds, & 2 steals, Torie Williams ended with 2 points, 2 assists, & 1 rebound, & Kaitlin Redman chipped in an assist and 4 rebounds.
The Nettes’ will be back in action as they will travel to Northwest Whitfield to take on the Lady Bruins in a big 7-AAAA match up. Tip off scheduled for 6 p.m.
Nettes’ Fall To Lady Generals Now 1-1 In Region Play
Team FYN Sports December 9, 2015
Earlier this evening, the PHS Dragonettes varsity basketball team traveled to Ringgold to take on the Lady Generals of Heritage in a 7-AAAA region match up. Pickens came into the ball game with a 3-2 record and a 1-0 record in region play.
The 1st quarter, didn’t start off too well for the Nettes’ The Lady Generals came out to a 9-0 start to the game. The Pickens offense however got settled down, and were able to climb back into things. Heritage led after one, 20-15. The Nettes’ took the lead for a brief moment in the 2nd quarter, but the Lady Generals grabbed the lead back prior to the half using a 15-10 quarter run. Heritage led the Nettes’ at the break, 35-25.
A slow start to the 2nd half hindered Pickens early on. The Nettes’ again though, were able to get things going towards the middle of the 3rd. The Lady Generals took a 50-38 lead going to the 4th and final quarter. In the 4th, Heritage used a 14-8 run to close things out and get the win over Pickens, 64-46. With the loss, The Nettes’ are now 3-3 on the season & 1-1 in region play.
Leading the way for the Nettes’ tonight were:
Mackenzie Hampton: 11 points, & 11 rebounds
Autumn Young: 9 points, 2 assists, 3 rebounds, & 1 steal
Torie Williams: 7 points, 2 assists, 2 rebounds, & 1 steal
Shelby Cook: 6 points, & 5 rebounds
Kaitlin Redman added 4 points, 2 assists, 5 rebounds, & 2 steals, & Ashley Nelson chipped in 3 points, 4 rebounds, & a steal.
The Nettes’ will be back home in the Dragons Den this Friday night as they host 515 rival, the Gilmer Lady Cats in a big 7-AAAA region game. Tip off scheduled for 7 p.m.
Nettes’ Grab Momentum Heading Into Region Play Next Week
Team FYN Sports November 25, 2015
Earlier this afternoon, the PHS Dragonettes varsity basketball team traveled to Fannin County for the third and final day of the annual Thanksgiving Tournament to take on the Lady Cougars of Copper Basin (TN). A win for Pickens meant a runner up finish in the tournament, and an even season record.
It was a slow start to the ball game for both teams in the first quarter. The Nettes’ were able to gain the lead going into the 2nd quarter, 10-5. In the 2nd quarter, Pickens extended it’s lead with a 14-8 quarter run to take a 24-13 lead into the break.
The Nettes’ offense & defense picked up in the 3rd quarter as they held the Lady Cougars to just 2 3rd quarter points while scoring 21 in the frame to stretch their lead to 45-15 going to the 4th. Pickens sealed their win in the 4th quarter with an 11-5 scoring run to take it, 56-20. With the win, the Nettes’ took home the runner up trophy and are now 2-2 on the season.
Every Nettes’ player the got into the game scored at least a point for the team. The Nettes held Copper Basin to just 7 2nd half points while scoring 32.
Mackenzie Hampton, Autumn Young, & Allie Stephens were named to the All-Tournament Team
Leading the way for the Nettes’ on the afternoon were:
Autumn Young: 10 points, 2 assists, & 3 steals
Torie Williams: 8 points, 1 assist, & 1 rebound
Mackenzie Hampton: 6 points, 3 assists, 6 rebounds, & 2 steals
Allie Stephens: 6 points, 2 assists, 2 rebounds, & 4 steals
McKenna Kemp: 6 points, 2 assists, & 2 rebounds
Kaitlin Redman finished with 4 points, 1 assist, & 8 rebounds, Shae Chadwick had 4 points, 4 rebounds, & a steal, and Madison McClure ended the night with 3 points, 3 assists, 2 rebounds, & a steal.
The Nettes will now prepare for 7-AAAA region play as they will welcome the LaFayette Lady Ramblers to the Dragons Den for the first true home game of the season Tuesday, Dec. 1st. Tip off scheduled for 6 p.m.