The Elmira Express lost to the Owego Free Academy River Hawks back in December of 2018, but the Elmira Express didn't allow the Owego Free Academy River Hawks the same satisfaction on Saturday. Elmira skirted past Owego Free Academy 46-44. The win made it back-to-back wins for Elmira.
Elmira was led to victory by Ellie Clearwater and Mariah Matias. Clearwater scored 20 points along with 5 steals, while Matias dropped a double-double on 10 points and 14 rebounds. Another player making a difference was Caitlyn Wagner, who scored 5 points along with 7 rebounds.
Elmira's victory bumped their record up to 2-0. As for Owego Free Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Elmira will take on Johnson City at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Owego Free Academy, they will look to defend their home court on Saturday against Chenango Forks at 1:45 p.m.
