The Cubs lost to Eden Valley-Watkins, 61-35 Thursday, Feb. 16, then righted the ship Friday, smothering ACGC, 62-38.
(EV-W Game) Kimball had their hands full on Senior Night with an EV-W squad ranked #2 in class 2A. Early on, the Cubs managed to stay in the game as they held a
modest 11-10 lead 10 minutes in. The Eagles finished the half on a solid run, connecting on numerous three-point baskets and taking the halftime lead, 31-16. The Eagles?Äô pressure defense was enough to wear down the Cubs and cruise to the victory. Cubs?Äô Scoring: Katie Merchant 6; Kenzie Leither 8; Madison Hurrle 5; Ashley Schindele 5; Katie Spaulding 1; Caitlin O?ÄôBrien 6; Erin O?ÄôBrien 4.
Ashley Schindele drives to the hoop against a tough Eagle defense Friday. The Lady Cubs are ranked 27th in state AA class. Staff photos by Marguerite Laabs.
(ACGC Game) Kimball scored just two seconds into the game, right off the tip and then coasted to a 40-15 halftime lead. Katie Merchant led all rebounders with 11, while Hurrle topped the steals and assists categories with four and three, respectively. Erin O?ÄôBrien had eight rebounds and three blocks, and Lexi Streit took a timely charge to spark the defense. Kimball improves to 19-5 on the season and 9-3 in the CMC.
?ÄúOur effort was great tonight. We stayed healthy, and we got opportunities for everyone to contribute. It was a nice finish to a tough three-game week,?Äù said Coach Jeremy Kuechle. Cubs?Äô Scoring: Abby Schiefelbein 4; Katie Merchant 6; Kenzie Leither 10; Madison Hurrle 12; Ashley Schindele 12; Alexa Ruehle 3; Kira Schaefer 2; Caitlin O?ÄôBrien 4; Erin O?ÄôBrien 6; Rachel Utecht 3.
Olivia Schleper drives to the hoop for a layup during the EV-W win over the Cubs Feb. 16. The Lady Eagles are now ranked 21st in the state for class AA.