The West Central Trojan girls had no problems in a big win, 71-26, over the Elk Point-Jefferson Huskies on Tuesday, January 4th.
The Trojans made five three-pointers in the first quarter building a big 26-6 lead at the first quarter break. West Central was able to cruise the rest of the game. They extended the lead to 38-14 at halftime. The Huskies did hold West Central to only eight third-quarter points, but Elk Point-Jefferson only scored two themselves and trailed 46-16 heading into the fourth quarter. The Trojans then outscored the Huskies 25-10 in the final quarter.
West Central shot 41% (26-63) from the field, 37% (13-35) from three-point area, and 50% (6-12) from the free-throw line. Elk Point-Jefferson finished the game shooting 23% (9-39), just 15% (2-13) on three-pointers, and a perfect 6-6 from the free-throw line. The West Central defense forced 22 turnovers, 16 of those on steals.
Rylee Haldeman finished with 21 points, seven rebounds, four assists, and three steals. Addy Kramer had 20 points, five rebounds, and three assists. Cambell Fischer added nine points and three rebounds. Tabor Teel had eight points, four rebounds, four assists, and three steals. Jazelle Jarding and Molli Thornton both had five points each.
The Trojans (5-0) will travel to Tea on Thursday, January 6th.