The Girls Basketball team ended the first half of the 2011-2012 Season with a great victory over South Adams. The girls team (8-3) won tonight by the final score of 74-31 against the Lady Starfires. The Railroader girls program has never lost to a South Adams girls team and that continued tonight. Every person on the varsity bench contributed to the outcome and all should be happy with their playing time. Brandi Dawson had 30 points and made 65% of her shots. She really looked relaxed out there. SA didn't have anyone to guard her. Jordyn Knott was also a tough matchup for SA. She had a double double with 16 points and 11 rebounds.
Really the game was never in question. But, the Railroaders played a great first half, shooting 63% compared to 14% from the field for SA. That's great defense and great offense to back it up. The second half was a lot closer for the Lady Starfires who shot 33% to Garrett's 36%. The Starfires also matched the Lady Railroader point total in the fourth quarter.
These games are tough on coaches, officials, and parents. Coaches always worry about "blow outs" and how to win with class while not embarrassing the opponent. They also worry about playing Varsity players and having them get hurt when the game is under control. Officials worry about trying to be fair and consistent while allowing the mismatched teams play the game. Parents on both sides have completely different views of the progress of the game. I am proud of our coaches and players for how they handle themselves in victory and defeat. Great work Lady Railroaders!
Really the game was never in question. But, the Railroaders played a great first half, shooting 63% compared to 14% from the field for SA. That's great defense and great offense to back it up. The second half was a lot closer for the Lady Starfires who shot 33% to Garrett's 36%. The Starfires also matched the Lady Railroader point total in the fourth quarter.
These games are tough on coaches, officials, and parents. Coaches always worry about "blow outs" and how to win with class while not embarrassing the opponent. They also worry about playing Varsity players and having them get hurt when the game is under control. Officials worry about trying to be fair and consistent while allowing the mismatched teams play the game. Parents on both sides have completely different views of the progress of the game. I am proud of our coaches and players for how they handle themselves in victory and defeat. Great work Lady Railroaders!
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