Make it six blowout wins for the West Grand Mustangs this season. They breezed by Soroco at home to the tune of 54-21 on Friday. That's another feather in the cap for West Grand, who also won these teams' last head-to-head.
West Grand's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Sage Wheatley led the charge by scoring 17 points along with three steals. Wheatley is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in the last eight games she's played. Another player making a difference was Luci Bruchez, who dropped a double-double on 11 points and 11 rebounds.
Soroco's loss came despite strong showings from Rachelle Dudley and Kolbie Pierce. Dudley scored six points along with 11 rebounds, while Pierce scored nine points. Dudley has been hot recently, having posted nine or more rebounds the last seven times she's played.
West Grand's win bumped their record up to 9-3. As for Soroco, their loss dropped their record down to 3-8.
West Grand won't have much time to rest: their next match is against the Panthers at 2:30 p.m. on January 27th. Rangely will be looking to keep their seven-game home win streak alive. As for Soroco, they won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against the Tigers at 2:30 p.m. on January 27th. Hayden is coming into the match on a five-game losing streak.
