Spring Break
Women down at half: Finish strong
Brad Burton
Issue date: 11/11/09 Section: Sports
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Early in the game the ladies played solid but couldn't stop the flow of Grand View who shot a little over 45 percent from the field the first half.
The Bears, who shot a little above 28 percent from the field had trouble getting their shots to fall. Going into the locker room Coach Steve Krafcisin and the Bears saw themselves down 27-28 at the half.
Coming into the second half, the Bears knew they would have to turn up heat in order to come out with a victory.
The pressure defense of the Bears caused Grandview to commit three shot clock violations and caused Grand View to commit 24 turnovers. "We know we have a lot to work on," said Katlyn Wood, "but we are coming together as a team. People are learning their roles and the most important thing is we came out with a win."
The Bears scored 24 points off turnovers and 28 points in the paint. The shot selection of the Bears was good, improving their shot percentage to 52 percent from the field.
"I thought we played well as a team" said Cassie Nauholz. "We came out with a lot of energy in the second half. We executed well on offense and played solid defense.
Leading the way for the Bears were Tia Mays, who scored 22 points and grabbed 13 rebounds. Kayla Koeppen gave the bears nine points and also dished out six assists.
Also contributing for the Bears were Nauholz, Marni Jacobsen, and Woods scoring eight points apiece.
The Bears will continue their journey this weekend, as they travel to Norfolk, Nebr. to compete.
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