It was a proper cat-fight when Hanover Central challenged Wheeler on Tuesday. The Wildcats came up short against the Bearcats, falling 55-34. The Wildcats were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Bearcats apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in December of 2022.
Despite the loss, Hanover Central still got an impressive performance from Simone Parker, who posted 12 points and four steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Sienna Stilley, who shot 42% from the field on her way to 11 points in addition to six boards and three steals.
Izabela Schumacher had an outrageously good game for Wheeler as she dropped a double-double with 18 points and 16 rebounds. Schumacher is crushing it when it comes to boards: she's pulled down at least 11 every time she's taken the court this season. Kylie Simpson was another key player, almost dropping a double-double with 14 points and nine assists.
Hanover Central's loss dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Wheeler, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Hanover Central didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next contest, a 51-31 win against Portage on the 14th. As for Wheeler, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next game, a 63-54 victory against Illiana Christian on the 13th.
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