A few area girls basketball teams are one game away from State in Green Bay. Teams will play Saturday to punch their tickets to State.
Girls Basketball Sectional Semifinal Recap: Division 1
Hortonville’s Welson Shines in Victory over Eau Claire Memorial
HORTONVILLE 87, EAU CLAIRE MEMORIAL 58
Hortonville triumphed over Eau Claire Memorial with a convincing 87-58 win. Rainey Welson showcased her scoring prowess, leading the Polar Bears with 27 points. Kardyn Peppler added 22 points, and Mikayla Werner contributed 14, guiding Hortonville to a 17-point lead at halftime and securing the victory. Jordyn Peed’s 24-point effort for Eau Claire Memorial wasn’t enough to overcome Hortonville’s dominance. Hortonville (22-5) will now advance to the sectional final, facing Neenah on Saturday.
Neenah Dominates Hudson with Ziebell’s Explosive Performance
NEENAH 69, HUDSON 39
In a commanding victory, Neenah’s Rockets soared past Hudson with a final score of 69-39 in the Division 1 sectional semifinal. Allie Ziebell lit up the court with an astounding season-high 40 points, out of which 28 came in a spectacular first-half display. Neenah secured a comfortable 21-point lead by halftime and sustained the momentum throughout the game.
Hartford Overpowers Kimberly to Secure Sectional Final Spot
In an intense matchup, Hartford outplayed Kimberly with a final score of 83-63 in the Division 1 sectional semifinal. The Orioles established a 12-point lead by halftime and extended their advantage in the second half to secure the win.
Girls Basketball Sectional Semifinal Recap: Division 2
Notre Dame’s Dominance Evident in Win Over Green Bay Southwest
NOTRE DAME 93, GREEN BAY SOUTHWEST 17
Notre Dame asserted its dominance in the Division 2 sectional semifinal, defeating Green Bay Southwest with an impressive score of 93-17. The Tritons scored 57 points in the first half and securing a decisive victory. Gracie Grzesk led Notre Dame (26-1) with 24 points, supported by strong performances from Trista Fayta (17 points), Kaia Waldrop (16 points), Syd Whitehouse (14 points), and Peyton Musial (11 points). The Tritons will now face Menomonie in the sectional final on Saturday at 1 p.m. at Wausau East.
Girls Basketball Sectional Semifinal Recap: Division 3
Xavier Triumphs Over Winneconne, Advances to Sectional Final
XAVIER 57, WINNECONNE 41
Xavier secured a notable victory in the Division 3 sectional semifinal, defeating Winneconne with a final score of 57-41. The Hawks, now 20-7 overall, will face Wittenberg-Birnamwood in the sectional final on Saturday at 1 p.m. in Brillion.
Wittenberg-Birnamwood Edges Out Freedom in Thrilling Finish
WITTENBERG-BIRNAMWOOD 43, FREEDOM 41
In a closely contested matchup, Wittenberg-Birnamwood emerged victorious against Freedom with a final score of 43-41. The Chargers secured the win with a critical basket and crucial defensive plays in the final minutes. Freedom concludes the season with a 19-8 record.
Girls Basketball Sectional Semifinal Recap: Division 4
Laconia’s Dominance Prevails Against St. Mary Catholic
LACONIA 71, ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC 53
Laconia asserted its dominance in the Division 4 sectional semifinal, securing a 71-53 victory over St. Mary Catholic. The Spartans employed a 25-6 scoring run in the first half to establish control, maintaining their lead throughout the game. Tierney Madigan led Laconia (25-2) with 19 points, supported by Callista VandeBerg’s 13 points and Payton Morgan’s 12 points. Lauren Ripley paced St. Mary Catholic with 13 points. Laconia, the defending D4 state champion, advances to the sectional final, while St. Mary Catholic concludes their season with a 25-2 record.
Girls Basketball Sectional Semifinal Recap: Division 5
Lena Secures Victory Over Wabeno/Laona to Advance
LENA 48, WABENO/LAONA 43
Lena emerged victorious in the Division 5 sectional semifinal, defeating Wabeno/Laona with a final score of 48-43. The Wildcats outscored the Rebels by 11 points in the second half to secure the win. Madilyn Thomson led Lena (26-2) with 20 points, while Eva Brooks added 14 points.
Saturday Sectional Finals Matchups
DIVISION 1
#1 Hortonville vs #3 Neenah at Appleton East 1:00pm
DIVISION 2
#1 Notre Dame vs Menomonie at Wausau East 1:00pm
DIVISION 3
#1 Wittenberg-Birnamwood vs #1 Xavier at Brillion 1:00pm
DIVISION 4
#2 Laconia vs #2 Sheboygan Area Lutheran at Kimberly 1:30pm
DIVISION 5
#1 Lena vs #1 Pittsville at Antigo 7:00pm
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