The Osmond/Randolph Hawks had to endure a ten-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They really took it to Winside for the full four quarters, racking up a 50-18 victory at home. Osmond/Randolph's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Osmond/Randolph's win on Friday was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Tessa Gardner, who scored 13 points along with six rebounds and four steals. Those 13 points set a new season-high mark for her. Keli Aschoff was another key contributor, scoring eight points along with 12 steals.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Winside struggled to work together and finished the game with only three assists. They were crushed by their opponents in that department as Osmond/Randolph posted 11 assists.
Osmond/Randolph's victory ended a eight-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 1-7. As for Winside, they bumped their record down to 1-7 with that loss, which was their tenth straight on the road dating back to last season.
Osmond/Randolph won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Niobrara/Verdigre at 3:00 p.m. on December 30th. Niobrara/Verdigre presents a significant challenge as they come into the match much higher ranked than Osmond/Randolph in Nebraska (Niobrara/Verdigre is ranked 64th, while Osmond/Randolph is ranked 262nd). Winside won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against Stuart at 12:00 p.m. on December 30th. Stuart is coming into the match on a three-game losing streak.
