JV GIRLS BASKETBALL
HOLIDAY BREAK

We hope everybody had a relaxing holiday break. The JV Lady Knights enjoyed a successful 2-1 record over break and went 2-0 in conference.

Kings vs. Wilmington
The Knights traveled Wilmington on Dec. 20th to face the Hurricanes. On the first day of Christmas break, the Knights faced an undefeated Wilmington squad. The game was close for the first half with the Lady Knights holding a slim 6 point lead at the half. The Lady Knights pulled away in the 3rd quarter to secure the victory. The Knights were lead by Courtney Miller who scored 8 of her 14 points in that important 3rd quarter. Abby Bush played stellar defense and added 9 pts in the victory. The Wilmington victory made the JV record 5-1.
Other Standouts
Sammie Jones and Katie Stevens added 5 pts in the victory

Kings vs. Mason
The JV team traveled to Mason 2 days after Christmas to face a tough Mason squad. The Knights struggled early and could never catch up. Mason ended up winning the contest 40 – 34 and the defeat brought the lady knights record to 5-2. The girls pulled within 4 points in the second half but poor free throw shooting led to the second loss of the year for the Knights. Sammie Jones played well in the loss scoring 16 pts.

Other Standouts
Courtney Miller – 6 pts, 7 rebs
April Rumelhart – 3 pts, 5 rebs
Katie Male – 3 pts, 2 rebs

Kings vs. Little Miami
The Lady Knights played one of their best games Saturday night against Little Miami. The Knights took control early over their long time rival. The first half was very close but some good shooting led to an 8 point halftime lead. The Lady Knights came out with pressure defense and disciplined offense in the second half and slowly began to pull away. The team cruised to a 17 pt victory over Little Miami. Courtney Miller led the knights with a season high 23 pts and Sammie Jones and Katie Stevens added 7 pts in the victory. One major factor in the victory was the Knights ability to convert free throws. The team converted 19/23 (83%) free throws, improving from their free throw shooting performance against Mason (47 %). The victory improved the JV record to 6-2 overall and 3-1 in the league.

Other Standouts

Katie Male – Getting her first start of the year, added 4 pts and 5 rebs

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Dec. 6, 2008

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Amelia

48-28

Game Summary

The JV Lady Knights opened up league play with a strong win over Amelia.  This was a good test for the Knights; Amelia played hard and was a very physical team.  The Knights struggled early but with their pressure defense they began to pull away.   The Knights then cruised to a 48-28 victory and improving their record to 3-0.  April Rumelhart came off the bench and sparked the Knights with 4 points and 5 big rebounds.  Early steals by Shannon Lance (3 steals) and 6 points ignited the Lady Knights and helped lead them to victory. 

Standouts

-          Katie Stevens lead the Knights with 12 points, 3 steals and 3 assists

-          Abby Bush helped with 8 points and 3 steals

-          Jenica Stoetzel also added 6 points

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Nov. 29, 2008

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Lebanon

49-16

Game Summary

The Lady Knights JV basketball team got off to a great start Saturday night against Lebanon Warriors.   The JV team took an early lead with an aggressive pressing defense and never looked back.  Lebanon struggled all night with the Lady Knights defense and the Knights cruised to a 49 – 16 victory. The coaching staff was very pleased with the team’s effort and unselfish play.  It was a great team win for the Lady Knights.   The team wants to thank everybody who showed up and supported the Knights; and hope to see you at many games this year.  This was a good first step for the JV Lady Knights and we will continue to work hard and improve throughout the year.

Standouts

-          Sammy Jones, who was sick early in the week, came off the bench and led the Lady Knights with 17 pts, 5 rebounds and 5 steals.

-          Freshmen Katie Stevens added 6 pts,  5 steals , and 5 assists

-          Freshmen Abby Bush also added 6pts and 3 steals

-          Courtney Miller added 6 pts and controlled the paint with 2 blocks and 6 rebounds

Game Summary

The Knights pressured the Hornets all nights into turnovers and bad shots. When it was all said and done, the Knights held Monroe to a rare singe digit performance of 9 points and went on to post a 61-9 victory.  The defense was led bad Shannon Lance, April Rumelhart, Katie Male, Courtney Miller, and Sammy Jones who all had numerous rebounds and steals.  Thanks to everybody who came out to Monroe on that cold wintry night.  The JV Lady Knights are now 2-0 and have only given up 24 pts all year.   We hope to continue our success against Amelia Saturday at home.      

Standouts

-          Abby Bush led the way with 12 pts

-          Katie Stevens and Jenica Stoetzel added 11pts.