Recap: Dexter Bearcats vs. Saxony Lutheran Crusaders
The Dexter Bearcats had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They escaped with a win on Monday against Saxony Lutheran by the margin of a single free throw, 47-46. This was payback for Dexter, who suffered a 38-34 loss the last time these two teams met.
Saxony Lutheran's loss came despite strong showings from Evie Caruso and Abigail Haley. Caruso dropped a double-double on 17 points and 11 rebounds, while Haley scored 15 points along with 5 rebounds and 3 steals. Haley scored a full 32.6% of Saxony Lutheran's points, the second time in a row she's earned more than a third of the team's points. The team also got some help courtesy of Timora Criddle, who scored 9 points.
Dexter's win bumped their record up to 1-0. As for Saxony Lutheran, their loss dropped their record down to 1-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Dexter will take on New Madrid County Central at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Saxony Lutheran, they will stay at home for another game and welcome St. Vincent at 7:30 p.m. on December 4th.
