Varsity Lady Cougars Split the Week
The Varsity Lady Cougars fell to Staunton River 26-36, Monday, December 11. Aniya Penn had 7 points, 1 rebound, and 1 assist. Kimora Wimbush had 5 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 steal. Allanah Mitchell had 4 points, 1 rebound, 1 assist, and 2 steals. Friday, December 15, they hosted Dan River, taking a huge 56-11 win over the Lady Wildcats. Mitchell had 11 points, 2 rebounds, and 3 steals. Lilli Cobbler had 11 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals. Lilly Hazelwood had 10 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals, and 4 blocks. Kendra Worley had 8 points, 2 assists, and 5 steals.
JV Lady Cougars Lose to Staunton River
The JV Lady Cougars traveled to Staunton Rover, Monday, December 11, taking a 34-17 loss. Martina Hubbard had 7 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 steals. Lacey Sutphin had 4 points and 2 rebounds. Novella Nester had 3 rebounds and 2 points. Gracen Conner had 3 rebounds, 2 steals, and 2 points. Chloe Hubbard led the defense with 6 rebounds as well as 2 steals and 2 points. Meredith Wood had 4 rebounds.
“It took a while for the ladies to start playing. We got behind in the 1st quarter and it put us in a tight spot. They put up good shots but couldn’t get much to fall. They really worked hard that 4th quarter scoring 10 of the points. I am proud that they didn’t give up and played the whole game with great attitudes,” said Coach Grace Helms.
JV Cougars Fall to Carroll
Tuesday, December 12, the JV Lady Cougars traveled to Carroll County, losing 44-22. Carroll jumped out to a lead, but the Lady Cougars shifted defenses and held the Cavaliers to only 5 points in both the second and 3rd quarters. Lauren Hazelwood led the team with 10 points. Martina Hubbard had 3 rebounds and 4 points. Meredith Wood had 3 rebounds and 2 points. Gracen Conner had 4 rebounds and 2 points. Chloe Hubbard had 9 rebounds and 2 points. Novella Nester and Aubreigh Large each added 3 rebounds each.
“These ladies have had 3 consecutive games. My girls are tired. I am hopeful they get some rest and have a great practice gearing up for our next game,” said Coach Grace Helms.
JV Lady Cougars End Week with Win
After two losses on the week, the JV Girls won a close game against Dan River, 26-23. Gracen Conner led the way for the Cougars with 7 rebounds, 6 steals, and 8 points. Martina Hubbard added 5 steals, 3 rebounds, and 7 points. Chloe Hubbard had 8 rebounds, 5 steals, and 3 points. Aubreigh Large had 3 rebounds, 4 steals, and 2 points. Skye Ayers had 2 steals and 2 points.
“If we would have hit our layups,” said Coach Grace Helms, “the game wouldn’t have been close. The girls are tired and have earned a day to rest. I am proud that they didn’t give up. Dan River was leading in the 1st quarter and 2nd quarter. We tied it up in the 3rd, then took the lead. Dan River came back. The ladies continued to play great defense but not have many shots fall.”
