The West Central Trojan girls basketball team cruised to an 81-29 season-opening win in Baltic on Tuesday, December 9th. The Trojans used a strong pressure defense and strong shooting to lead them to the win.
The Bulldogs were within five points, 15-10, late in the opening quarter. The Trojans, however, went on a 6-0 run in the final minute to end the first quarter with a 21-10 lead. They would continue to roll from there. West Central outscored Baltic 24-10 in the second quarter for a 55-20 halftime lead. The Trojans had another 20-point quarter in the third, outscoring Baltic 20-6 for a 75-26 advantage heading into the final quarter.
West Central was 55% (34-62) from the field overall, 32% (6-19) on three-point shots, and 47% (7-15) from the free-throw line. Baltic shot 29% (9-31) overall in the game, 27% (4-15) on three-point shots, and 50% (7-14) from the free-throw line. The Trojans also forced 22 turnovers, 17 of those on steals.
Four players finished in double figures for the Trojans. Kacey Jaton had 23 points, seven steals, five rebounds, and three assists. Ellie Knight had 16 points and seven assists. Mackenzie Skonhovd also had 16 points with five rebounds. Abbi Thornton finished with 10 points, seven rebounds, and two steals.
