Seniors Lead to Big Conference Win

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Natalie Vanderzille, Staff Writer

The Lady Lions gained a 55-48, conference win last night over the Pinckneyville Panthers. This leads their record to be 5-3 in the conference with an overall record of 15-13. 

Prior to last nights game, seniors Lauren Lynch, Hunter Noto,  Olivia Russell, and Avigayle Tomas were honored for senior night. The girls were accompanied by their parents and honored at half court by their family, friends, and community.

The Lady Lions came out strong and aggressive in the first half, getting an early lead on the Panthers with a halftime score of 32-21.

Amayah Doyle was the leading scorer of the game with a strong performance with 22 points.

The Lions capped off their conference schedule, leaving them ranked third in the conference. 

“It was great to win our last game here for senior night, especially a big conference win against Pinckneyville,” said Russell.