By Katie Barker
Carter County Times
The West Carter seventh grade girls basketball team faced the Louisa Middle School Bulldogs in a grueling matchup where the Lady Comets would come out victorious in a 38-23 win for the first round of the OVC tournament in Morgan County.
The Lady Comets took the lead early on dominating the first half of the game. Kyleigh Callihan led the Lady Comets throughout the game scoring 12 points. Callihan made great plays and passes, opening up opportunities to help push the Comets to a 19-14 lead at halftime despite back to back steals from the Bulldogs leading to back to back baskets.
The Bulldogs tried to prevail during the second half but ultimately were stopped by the Lady Comets defense who kept them out of the basket. The Lady Comets were able to have more opportunities led by Kinleigh Kiser. Kiser had multiple breakthroughs and passes to help the Lady Comets gain their lead.
The Lady Comets continued their valiant efforts through the fourth quarter coming out stronger and able to score more. They were able to steal the ball and prevent the Bulldogs from gaining more scoring opportunities, and taking more for themselves instead. Despite the Bulldogs efforts, the Lady Comets came out victorious with a 38-23 win for the first round of the OVC middle school tournament.
Callihan, Kiser, and Tyanna Lunsford were named players of the game by Hype Sports Media who is covering the OVC Tournament. The Lady Comets were scheduled to play in the second round on October 7.
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