NORFOLK – Norfolk’s defense held Omaha Burke to a season-low scoring output, while getting production from all over the floor in a 43-27 victory on Friday.
After both teams shot well in an 11-11 first quarter, Norfolk’s defense ratcheted up the pressure, allowing the Bulldogs just four total field goals over the final three quarters.
The Panthers also employed a balanced offensive attack, with three players finishing in double figures, and out-rebounded Burke 37-29.
The was Norfolk’s third straight, while Burke has dropped their last four.
NORFOLK (8-5) – 11 9 13 10 – 43
BURKE (5-8) – 11 4 9 3 – 27
NORFOLK STATS:
Kyla Moore – 12 pts, 5 rebs
Mckenzie Bader – 11 pts, 2 rebs
Taylor Stoltz – 10 pts, 10 rebs
Gabby Ruth – 8 pts, 4 rebs
Anden Baumann – 2 pts, 3 rebs
Alex Ruth – 8 rebs
Jaida Thompson – 3 rebs
BURKE STATS:
Jaden Santoni – 11 pts, 2 rebs
Aanaya Harris – 7 pts, 8 rebs
Ali Haith – 3 pts, 4 rebs
Ashley Hickman – 3 pts, 1 reb
Justice Alioth – 2 pts, 1 reb
Emma Rosonke – 3 rebs
Sydney Roseby – 2 rebs
Jada Bennett-Dasher – 1 reb
UP NEXT:
Norfolk vs. Lincoln on 1/19
Burke vs. #3 Millard North on 1/18
