Nebraska Christian entered their game against Wood River on Thursday without any home losses, but there's a first time for everything. The Nebraska Christian Eagles took a 61-54 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Wood River Eagles. If Nebraska Christian was looking for revenge after losing 45-42 to them when the teams met, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Wood River found their leader in sophomore Lainey Paulk, who went 9 for 16 on her way to 29 points and six boards. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Paulk has scored all season. The team also got some help courtesy of Atley Brabec, who posted seven points in addition to six assists and five rebounds.
Nebraska Christian's loss ended an eight-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 13-6. As for Wood River, their win ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-14.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Nebraska Christian will host Shelby-Rising City on Tuesday. Shelby-Rising City has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last three games. As for Wood River, they will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Minden at 6:00 p.m. on February 13th.
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