The Tri-Valley Mustangs were only down seven to the Sioux Falls Christian Changers at the end of the first quarter, 21-14, on Tuesday, February 8th.  The Chargers’ aggressive defense, however, held Tri-Valley to just 25 points over the remaining three quarters in a 71-39 win.

The Mustangs were held to just seven points in the second quarter, and they trailed 38-21 at halftime.  Tri-Valley got another 14 points in the third quarter, but the Charger offense was able to score 21 points as they extended their lead to 59-35.  The Chargers outscored Tri-Valley 12-4 in the final quarter.

Tri-Valley finished the game shooting 33% (14-42) overall, 20% (4-20) from three-point area, and 7-9 from the free-throw line.  Sioux Falls Christian was 56% (27-48) shooting, 42% (5-12) on three pointers, and 60% (12-20) from the free-throw line.

Lauren Grinde had 15 points and two rebounds to lead the Mustangs.  Paige Jewett finished with eight points, four rebounds, and three assists.  Ava Pearson added six points, three rebounds, and two blocks.  Stephanie Buchmann had five points and three assists.