Lady Tigers Win – Playoffs Begin

Lana Childress (13) goes for her signature three-point shot during a recent game in Olla.

Sports

By Greg Jones Sports Writer on

February 14, 2024

Lady Tigers Win – Playoffs Begin

The LaSalle Lady Tigers traveled to Northwood-Lena to face the Lady Gators this past week to close out the regular season. The Lady Tigers were defeated by the Gators in the last meeting 48-46, but this time the Lady Tigers would hold on for a 52-48 victory giving the Lady Gators their first District 3-1A loss in four seasons. The Lady Tigers will take this momentum and the #4 ranking in Division IV Non-Select girls’ basketball into the post season.

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