Ell-Saline and Moundridge squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Ell-Saline had to settle for second. They took a blow against the Moundridge Wildcats, falling 64-26. The loss continues a trend for the Cardinals in their matchups with the Wildcats: they've now lost four in a row.
Moundridge's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Mackie Conkling, who went 6-for-10 on her way to 14 points and seven boards. What's more, Conkling posted three assists, the most she's had since back in December of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Cammi Unruh, who shot 83% from the field en route to 13 points.
Ell-Saline's defeat dropped their record down to 1-21. As for Moundridge, their victory was their 16th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 19-2.
Ell-Saline does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Moundridge, they will take on Hillsboro at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Moundridge is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 58.3 points per game this season.
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