Northeastern lost to Yorktown back in November of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Thursday. The Northeastern Knights strolled past the Yorktown Tigers with points to spare, taking the game 56-37. The victory was just business as usual for the Knights, who after three games remain undefeated this season.
Northeastern was led to victory by Ava Mikesell and Adysson Kircher. Mikesell posted 15 points in addition to seven assists and six steals, while Kircher had 18 points plus three steals. Mikesell has been hot , having posted two or more steals the last five times she's played. Another player making a difference was Cami Angi, who earned eight points along with seven rebounds.
Alexis Fields and Mya Hargreaves certainly did their best on Thursday to avoid the loss. Fields dropped a double-double on ten points and ten rebounds, while Hargreaves earned seven points plus 11 rebounds and two blocks. What's more, Hargreaves also racked up two assists, the most she's had since back in December of 2023. Olivia Jaromin was another key player, earning eight points.
Northeastern's win was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 3-0. Those victories were due in large part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 26.5 points per game. As for Yorktown, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-1.
Northeastern has already played their next game, a 53-35 victory against Franklin County on the 16th. As for Yorktown, they will take on Winchester Community at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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