It's playoff time, and Hanover Central had no trouble coming through when it counted. They came out on top against the Illiana Christian Vikings by a score of 42-35 on Tuesday. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Wildcats also won the last time the pair played back in November of 2023.
Hanover Central's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Bridget Noel, who posted eight points and seven rebounds. Another player making a difference was Sienna Stilley, who scored 12 points.
Several Vikings players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Ella Olthof, who almost dropped a double-double on nine points and nine boards. Olthof has been hot for a while, having posted eight or more rebounds the last ten times she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Sienna Eenigenburg, who earned 11 points.
Hanover Central's win bumped their record up to 14-8. As for Illiana Christian, the defeat snapped their winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 11-9 record.
Hanover Central will take on River Forest at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Illiana Christian does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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