Wolverines hang on to beat Bulls

The Wolverines and Bulls both played their first LWBL game Thursday night, and the Wolverines came away with a 36-27 victory. The first quarter featured lots of scoring with both teams passing and shooting well, but the Wolverines held a slight edge and led 13-11 at the end of the quarter. Both teams continued to trade baskets back and forth in the 2nd quarter with the Wolverines holding on for a 3 point halftime lead at 20-17. The Wolverines played some great defense in the 3rd quarter and led 30-17 going into the 4th. The Bulls wouldn't give up and closed the lead to just 5 points with 2 minutes to go in the game. The Bulls could get no closer as Cassie N. scored 4 quick points to lead her team to the 36-27 victory. The Wolverines were led in scoring by Joe S. with 12 points. Also scoring for the Wolverines were Cassie N. 7 points, Anthony M and Cade P. 6 points, Kyle C. and Charlie B 2 points, and Hailey F with 1 point. Leading the Bulls in scoring was Marko Y. with 9 points. Also scoring points for the Bulls were Eddie T., Ryan B., and Lila A. 4 points each, and Nick W., Katelyn D., and Connor R. with 2 each. Congratulations on a well played game!


Next game will be Friday April 13 between the Illini and Panthers