BREAKING: The BOLD girls basketball team delivered a stunning performance against the Montevideo Thunder Hawks, clinching a jaw-dropping 114-21 victory in Bird Island late Friday night. This commanding win places BOLD at 5-2 overall and 3-0 in the West Central Conference (WCC).
Lilly Henriksen led the charge with a game-high 38 points, including an impressive 34 points in the first half alone, propelling BOLD to a staggering 72-13 lead by halftime. The sophomore guard also showcased her defensive prowess with a remarkable 11 steals.
Freshman guard Ema Flann complemented Henriksen’s stellar performance, scoring 22 points and contributing a game-high eight assists. Flann’s versatility was on full display as she also grabbed six rebounds and secured five steals.
The game featured a total of ten different scorers for BOLD, with senior forward Kya Elfering adding 14 points and sophomore guard Erika Martinson contributing 11 points along with three three-pointers.
Meanwhile, the Thunder Hawks remain winless at 0-4 this season, struggling to find their rhythm with an 0-2 record in the WCC. The team’s performance saw guards Jillian Magnuson and Brooklyn Shourds each score 6 points, but it wasn’t enough to match BOLD’s relentless offensive display.
BOLD is set to continue their winning streak as they host Atwater-Cosmos-Grove City at 7 p.m. Monday. The Thunder Hawks will look to bounce back as they host Lakeview at 7:15 p.m. Tuesday.
This decisive victory not only highlights BOLD’s dominance in the conference but also sets a high bar for the upcoming games. Fans and analysts are eagerly anticipating how the Warriors will maintain their momentum as the season progresses.