The Springfield Tigers had already proven themselves in the regular season, and didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They had just enough and edged Badger out 40-38. Winning may never get old, but Springfield sure is getting used to it with their third in a row.
Jameka Brungard was her usual excellent self, dropping a double-double on 14 points and 13 rebounds. She is on a roll when it comes to rebounds, as she's now pulled down 12 or more in the last four games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Maren Vinkler, who scored eight points.
Springfield is on a roll lately: they've won five of their last six matches, which provided a nice bump to their 18-7 record this season. As for Badger, their defeat ended a 23-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 21-3.
Springfield will head out on the road to square off against John F. Kennedy Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday. John F. Kennedy Catholic is coming into the match with five straight wins at home, so Springfield will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. Badger does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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