Wilcox-Hildreth hadn't done well against Overton recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Wilcox-Hildreth Falcons snuck past the Overton Eagles with a 43-37 victory. The win was nothing new for the Falcons as they're now sitting on three straight.
Cara Bunger
| 02/06/25 vs Overton | 19 |
| 01/31/25 @ Franklin | 13 |
| 12/17/24 vs Red Cloud | 11 |
| 12/14/24 vs Shelton | 10 |
| 01/18/25 vs Ansley/Litchfield | 9 |
Wilcox-Hildreth had a senior duo take command as Cara Bunger went 6 for 14 en route to 19 points and six boards and Madison Bunger posted nine points in addition to seven rebounds and five steals. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Cara has scored all season. The team also got some help courtesy of Cheyenne Lieb, who earned six points.
Several Eagles players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Gracen Hughes, who almost dropped a double-double on 16 points and nine boards. Hughes has been hot recently, having posted eight or more rebounds the last three times she's played. Another player making a difference was Halynn Hughes, who had seven points along with nine boards and three steals.
Wilcox-Hildreth's victory bumped their record up to 15-6. As for Overton, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 12-8 record this season.
Looking ahead, Wilcox-Hildreth will take on Elm Creek in a tournament on Saturday. Elm Creek will roll in looking for their 15th straight win, something Wilcox-Hildreth surely won't give up without a fight. As for Overton, it'll be a Battle of the Birds when the Eagles challenge the Falcons at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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