Basketball Recap: Gracie Zumbrunnen Key Part of Team Effort in Tigers Win

Tigers

Margin (Wins)

12/14/24 vs Hulett	47
02/14/25 @ Guernsey-Sunrise	45
12/21/24 @ Rock River	39
12/17/24 vs Guernsey-Sunrise	39
02/01/25 @ Rock River	37

Niobrara County had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They blew past the Arvada-Clearmont Panthers 58-35 on Saturday. The Tigers have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won nine matchups by 23 points or more this season.

Niobrara County's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Gracie ZumBrunnen, who dropped a double-double with 18 points and ten rebounds. ZumBrunnen has been hot recently, having also posted three or more steals the last three times she's played. Hannah Krein was another key player, dropping a double-double with 12 points and 13 boards.

Niobrara County smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 30 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive boards every time they've taken the court this season.

Niobrara County's record now sits at 17-7. As for Arvada-Clearmont, their loss dropped their record down to 11-5.

Niobrara County has already played their next game, a 57-37 defeat against Lingle-Fort Laramie on the 1st. Arvada-Clearmont does not have any more games scheduled as of now.