Lady Outlaws earn win over Molalla

The Lady Outlaws tallied a 52-32 road win at Molalla on Friday, January 4. Sisters jumped out quickly and knocked down three easy buckets to take an early lead. The Outlaws also executed a tenacious defense which put Molalla in a tough situation. At the half Sisters held a 27-13 advantage over the Indians.

It was a physical game from start to finish and the Outlaws handled the physicality well and pushed back with muscle of their own.

Coach Julianne Horner was able to get every player on the floor by the third quarter of play. Sisters held onto their significant lead and at the close of the third period were on top 37-25.

Sisters outscored the Indians 14-7 in the final quarter and won the contest by 20.

Taylor Nieri stepped in and did a great job as floor leader for the Outlaws, and the rest of the team followed her lead. Nieri led Sisters with 22 points, eight rebounds and two steals.

Cassidy Edwards tallied nine points, pulled down seven boards and grabbed seven steals. Savannah Spear scored 11 points and had three steals for the Outlaws. Jacobie Petterson recorded three points and three rebounds, and Claire Henson added three points in the game.

"I was proud of the composure the team showed from the start," stated Horner. "I feel the younger players are coming on strong and contributing well. Overall, I was pleased with the team's performance. They are getting better every game and adjustments are being made as we get ready to move into league play next week."

Sisters will open league play at home on Friday, January 11, against La Pine.