From Staff Reports
MONTCALM —
The points were scarce, but the outcome was decisive as the Montcalm Lady Generals opened up the Class A Region 3, Section 2 tournament with a 28-19 victory over Greater Beckley Christian.
Montcalm (7-14) limited its visitors to five points or less in each quarter, though neither team reached double-figure scoring in any of the four periods.
The Lady Generals were tied 5-5 with the Crusaders after eight minutes, then outscored their visitors to take a 14-10 halftime lead.
Seniors Leslie Kelley and Miranda Kendrick led Montcalm’s attack with eight and seven points, respectively.
The top scorer for Greater Beckley Christian (3-19) was Kayla Hill with eight points.
Montcalm travels to Tug Valley this evening for a sectional semifinal contest. The championship is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday.
Greater Beckley Christian (3-19)
Ester Gonzales 2, Kiki Peterson 3, Kayla Hill 8, Allie Warden 3, Becka Graham 3.
Montcalm (7-14)
Alexis Mabe 4, Miranda Kendrick 7, Autumn Bouldin 1, Leslie Kelley 8, Hannah Johnson 4, Megan Coleman 2, Adrienne Williams 2.
GBC 5 5 4 5 — 19
M 5 9 6 8 — 28
