The Christian County Lady Colonels showcased grit and determination in their 81-75 victory over Lyon County, proving why the 2nd Region is one of the toughest in the state. It was a game of back-and-forth action, with the Lady Colonels holding a slim 22-20 lead at halftime and finding a way to pull ahead in the second half to secure the win.
Senior NeVaeh Day led the charge for the Lady Colonels, delivering an outstanding performance and finishing as the team’s top scorer with 23 points. Day’s ability to dominate the boards and finish key plays was crucial to keeping Christian County in control during pivotal moments.
Teammates Lazarie Daniel and Anaysia Bagwell also stepped up in big ways. Daniel’s 21 points came from her aggressive drives to the basket and ability to finish under pressure, while Bagwell added 22 points, making her presence felt with consistent scoring and hustle plays.
Younger players like Carliah Hobson and Genesis McGee also made valuable contributions, combining for 8 points and showing that the future of the program is bright. Senior DaNiya Bradley chipped in with 5 points, and DEbony Anderson added 2, rounding out a true team effort.
The victory not only highlighted Christian County’s offensive firepower but also their resilience in a tight game against a tough opponent.
Scoring Breakdown:
- NeVaeh Day: 23 points
- Anaysia Bagwell: 22 points
- Lazarie Daniel: 21 points
- Carliah Hobson: 4 points
- Genesis McGee: 4 points
- DaNiya Bradley: 5 points
- DEbony Anderson: 2 points
With the win, the Lady Colonels turn their attention to a crucial district rivalry matchup at home against the Hopkinsville Lady Tigers on Friday, January 24. It’s shaping up to be an exciting showdown as the Lady Colonels look to build on their momentum and keep their season moving in the right direction.
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