Game Recap: NKC vs Fort Osage 1/23/20
This GKCSC White division match up did not disappoint. What was expected to be a tough contest with some outstanding play made for a great game. The Lady Hornets came into this road contest winners of 3 straight conference games.…
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Continue ReadingThis GKCSC White division match up did not disappoint. What was expected to be a tough contest with some outstanding play made for a great game. The Lady Hornets came into this road contest winners of 3 straight conference games. While the Lady Indians had lost their last 2 games in conference.
The game was close throughout, with NKC holding a slim lead at the half 22 – 14. NKC pushed the lead out to double digits in the 3rd Quarter but Fort Osage would make a run to end the 3rd quarter and trim the lead to 36 – 35. Brooklynn Gilpin would hit one of her 3 three-pointers to give the Lady Indians a one-point lead, 38 – 36. The Lady Indians were led by standout junior guard Kiyley Flowers.
NKC would go on to play solid defense down the stretch, fueled by some big-time blocks and timely shot-making by Ja’Mya Powell-Smith and Angel Lee. Securing the tough road win 45 – 38.
Top Game Performers
Kiyley Flowers 15pts 7rebs 6ast 4stls 2 blk
- As usual for Kiyley, she filled the stat sheet. Her elite-level basketball IQ allows were to see things others just don’t. Kiyley made plays for her teammates and was still able to score at will.
Ja’Mya Powell-Smith 15pts 8rebs
- Although not her best game, Ja’Mya ran the show for her squad. Her floor presence, especially on the defensive end, kept her team in control throughout the game. Ja’Mya took what the defense gave her and allowed her outstanding skill set to find her teammates for open shots.
Key Contributors
Yar Manyiel NKC – 9pts 11rebs
Angel Lee NKC – 10pts 3ast
Andraya Hall NKC – 11pts 3rebs
Brooklynn Gilpin Fort Osage – 9pts 3 threes
Katelyn Ward Fort Osage – 7pts 3rebs 2 threes