Lady Norsemen Lose Heart-breaker in Regional Championship

Date: February 11
Opponent: Ottawa Marquette
Result: Lost 50-47

The Lady Norsemen were looking for their fourth straight regional championship Thursday night as they took on Marquette. The Newark girls fell behind by 16 points early, but were able to cut the deficit to 7 points at halftime. In the second half, the Lady Norsemen forced multiple turnovers with their pressure defense. They were able to get within one point, but could not overcome the early deficit. The girls had a chance at the end to tie the game, but could not convert. Lauren McNanna led the way with 16 points, Miranda Schmidt added 11 points, and Katie Larson and Kirstie Anderson chipped in 9 points apiece. The Lady Norsemen finished the season with a 22-6 record.

Submitted by: Lauren McNanna