Girls basketball sees improvements

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The young Maple Lake girls basketball team is showing signs of growth after two games last week.
The Irish took on Dassel-Cokato to kick off the week, Tuesday, Dec. 9, at their home opener. Although they lost 66 to 46, coaches are pleased with how much the squad has improved since the start of the season.
“The score of this game really doesn't reflect the improvements we made from our first game,” Coach Adam Ronnenberg said.
“Offensively, we cut down the number of turnovers we had and executed our offense much better. In the first half we took away some of their inside game by playing zone defense, but unfortunately, gave up some easy looks at three-point shots. In the second half we attacked the basket despite being undersized and our transition game led to some easy baskets providing us with a chance mid-way through the second half,” Ronnenberg said.
The Irish cut the lead to nine points with about six minutes remaining, but that was as close as they would get to the Chargers.
Emily Webb led the way with 16 points and nine rebounds. Kayla Hoistad had 14 points and three steals.
D-C is a non-conference team that plays a very physical pressure style of basketball.
“They are a great test each year for us and one we really look forward to,” Ronnenberg said.
The Irish were back on the road, Thursday, Dec. 11, when they traveled to St. Cloud Cathedral for a shot against a sub-section opponent.
More information and stats appear in this week's Messenger.

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