UPDATE: The Baxter girls basketball team has just delivered a stunning performance, crushing their conference rivals BCLUW and Collins-Maxwell in back-to-back games. In a jaw-dropping display, the Bolts achieved their largest-ever victory margins in both matches, holding BCLUW to just **18 points** and Collins-Maxwell to a mere **15 points**.
On Thursday, January 12, 2024, the Bolts overwhelmed BCLUW with a **59-18** victory in the Iowa Star Conference South Division. The team led from the start, dominating the game and holding the Comets to single digits in every quarter. The first quarter ended at **16-4**, with Baxter widening the gap to **35-5** by halftime. Star player Kamdyn Krampe shone brightly, scoring **22 points**, grabbing **six rebounds**, and dishing out **three assists**. Her teammate Emileigh Beals contributed significantly with a double-double of **16 points** and a staggering **11 steals**, showcasing Baxter’s defensive prowess.
The Bolts continue to impress, having recorded **22 steals** against BCLUW and maintaining strong offensive pressure despite shooting only **27.4 percent** from the floor. This victory marks an important milestone, as Baxter has now narrowed the series gap to **4-8** against BCLUW since their matchup history began in **2017**.
The very next day, January 13, 2024, Baxter faced their biggest rivals, Collins-Maxwell, unleashing another wave of dominance with a **69-15** home victory. The Bolts led **20-2** by the end of the first quarter and continued to expand their advantage, finishing the game with a remarkable **54-point** margin—the largest against Collins-Maxwell in their competitive history. Emileigh Beals again stole the show, scoring a career-high **25 points** along with **seven steals**. Kamdyn Krampe added a double-double of **14 points** and **13 rebounds**.
Despite a **20-turnover** game, Baxter’s relentless defense and teamwork, reflected in their **21 assists** on **27 field goals**, kept them in control. The Bolts have now won three consecutive games against Collins-Maxwell, dominating with a combined score of **190-59** over the last three matchups.
However, the Bolts faced a setback earlier this week, narrowly losing to Martensdale-St. Marys in a **49-47** overtime thriller on January 8, 2024. Despite the defeat, the team showcased resilience, with Olivia Parrie leading with **17 points** and **11 rebounds**.
As the season progresses, Baxter holds a **4-4** overall record and sits at **4-1** within the conference. Fans are eager to see if the Bolts can maintain their momentum and continue to improve as they head deeper into the season.
Stay tuned for more updates as the Baxter girls basketball team aims for continued success in their upcoming games!