By Sandy Anderberg
Jensen hit three three-pointers in the first half of play to help the Lady Broncos set the tempo of the game in their 42-31 rout over Wellington at home last week. The win gave them third place in the district race and a spot in the playoffs.
Clarendon led by four after the first quarter, but extended that lead before the break. A huge third quarter for the ladies sealed the deal in the win. Overall, the ladies hit 23 for 30 free throws, which gave them the momentum they needed to defeat Wellington for the second time this season. Brianna Butler racked up 18 points and went 14/16 from the line. Jensen Hatley put in 10 and Hannah Hommel helped with seven. Hannah Howard, Briley Chadwick, and Berkeley Alexander each put in two, and Shaelyn Owiti added one.
On Friday night, the Lady Broncos traveled to Panhandle and despite playing hard, fell short 25-55.
“Panhandle’s high powered offense and defense were too much for us to handle,” coach Korey Conkin said. “We struggled handling the ball early and dug ourselves a hold. It is tough to get down to a disciplined team like Panhandle. We need to be more confident. It is frustrating knowing they can do so much better.”
Butler put in 10 and Hatley had six. Howard put in four and Owiti and Alexander each had two, and Hommel added one.
The Lady Broncos’ playoff game will be Monday, February 13, against Gruver.
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