Girls Basketball Has Rollercoaster Week

1/12/2016

The girls basketball team enjoyed a solid win over Rye Country Day last Friday. However, the victory was sandwiched by two losses, leaving the Hornets with a 5 - 5 record going into this week's contests. On Wednesday, the Hornets had no response to the St. Luke's Storm, falling 63-38. Despite the the lopsided score, senior Rachel Menze battled to the last with 16 points and 12 rebounds. Naomi Van Nes had 8 points and 11 rebounds.

On Friday night, the Hornets held off Rye throughout a close first half, but then blitzed the visiting Wildcats in the second frame for an impressive 64-49 victory. Naomi Van Nes, who appeared a bit timid early on, seized total control of the paint and led the attack with 28 points and 13 rebounds. Rachel Menze contributed 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Shannon Rhone, Alyssa Vine and Kai Clemons each dished out 5 assists.

Unfortunately, the Hornets then fell short Saturday afternoon to a talented Holderness team from New Hampshire in a non-league contest by the score of 56-54. Kai Clemons led the way with 18 points. Naomi Van Nes added 13 points and 15 rebounds. Rachel Menze contributed 14 points.
Despite the uneven results, the team is moving in the right direction. The seniors continue to provide solid leadership and steady play down low, while the younger squad members gain valuable experience.

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