Clarion Junior High Girls Take Two From Union (12/05/14)

(By Coach Dave Constantino)

“A” Game – Clarion 28  Union 17

Clarion’s girls got back on the winning track with a 28-17 victory over the Damsels Wednesday afternoon.  Clarion held a slim 14-9 lead at the half and used their defense to create great scoring opportunities in the second half for the win.

Wendy Beveridge led the Lady Cats with 10 points followed closely behind by Ali Troese’s 8 points.  Courtney Reiner bucketed 4 points and Gabby Weaver, Carly Best, and Kaylie Lutz all finished with 2.

“B” Game – Clarion 18  Union 14

The Lady Cats broke an 8-8 tie at the half by outscoring Union 4-0 in the third quarter and that proved to be the difference as Clarion went on to defeat the Damsels 18-14.

Lindsey Kemmer led the way with 6 points.  Both Ali Troese and Carly Best finished with 4 points.  Kaitlyn Constantino and Kyara Girvan each finished with 2 tallies.

Clarion will return to the hardwood next Monday when they host North Clarion.

(Thanks to Coach Constantino for this article)