Big Red Girls Basketball Falls Short in District Championship
**CADIZ** - The Big Red girls basketball team faced a tough challenge in the Division II, East 1 District championship game against Carrollton. Unfortunately, a slow start proved to be too much to overcome as Carrollton secured a 66-46 victory, ending Steubenville's impressive season.
CADIZ - The Big Red girls basketball team faced a tough challenge in the Division II, East 1 District championship game against Carrollton. Unfortunately, a slow start proved to be too much to overcome as Carrollton secured a 66-46 victory, ending Steubenville's impressive season.
Coach Angie Forte acknowledged Carrollton's strong start, with a quick 3-pointer setting the tone early on. Big Red struggled to find their rhythm, facing shooting woes and turnovers that allowed Carrollton to build a significant lead.
While Big Red managed to cut the deficit at times, Carrollton's sharpshooters kept the pressure on, ultimately pulling away in the second half. Despite a valiant effort from players like Madelyn Criss and Nylah McShan, Big Red couldn't close the gap.
Carrollton's Hillari Baker led the way with an impressive 27 points, showcasing their team's depth and skill on the court. With the win, Carrollton advances to the regional tournament, setting up an exciting matchup with Sheridan.
Coach Forte praised her team's resilience and determination, highlighting the challenges they overcame to reach this point. While the loss stings, she remains optimistic about the future of the program, pointing to the talent and dedication of the players.
As Big Red looks ahead, they aim to build on this season's success and continue pushing towards their goals. Despite the disappointment of falling short in the district championship, the team's efforts and spirit have set a high standard for the seasons to come.
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