Washington unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They were just a bucket shy of victory on Friday and fell 48-47 to the North Knox Warriors. The Hatchets were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Warriors apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in November of 2024.
Despite the defeat, Washington had strong showings from Katie Reed, who posted 18 points, and Ella Williams, who went 5-for-12 en route to 13 points in addition to seven rebounds and three blocks. Shay Hawk was another key player, putting up four points and seven boards.
Lexi Primus had an outrageously good game for North Knox as she shot 40% from the field on her way to 18 points and three steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Baylee McClure, who went 5-for-10 to rack up 13 points.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Washington will head out to square off against South Knox at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for North Knox, they will venture away from home to face off against Northeast Dubois at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The matchup will give the Warriors their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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