The Reserve Lady Bulldogs began their season on a high note, claiming a 38-25 victory over Triton Central in their opener last night. Molly Gessell led the charge with 12 points and Ellie Westerfeld was close behind with 11.
The game was a tale of momentum shifts. The Bulldogs jumped out with a 10-8 lead in the first quarter but saw Triton Central answer back with a strong second, leading to a close halftime score of 17-20. Yet, the Bulldogs’ defense came alive in the second half, holding Triton Central scoreless in the third quarter and allowing just five points in the fourth.
Box Score:
| Quarter | Bulldogs | Triton Central |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Quarter | 10 | 8 |
| 2nd Quarter | 7 | 12 |
| 3rd Quarter | 10 | 0 |
| 4th Quarter | 11 | 5 |
| Final Score | 38 | 25 |