Lady Hearts Open Season w/Win Over Dieterich

An unscheduled game turned into a season-opening win for the Effingham Lady Hearts as Effingham defeated Dieterich 47-32.

Hearts Coach Jeff Schafer was hopeful of getting a game in ahead of the Bob Kerans Tournament in Newton this coming week. Dieterich indicated they were willing to play so the girls game was played following the boys Meet the Hearts event Friday night.

The game was close early with Effingham in front 12-9 after one quarter, but a 19-4 second quarter left the Hearts up 31-13 at halftime. A 7-7 third quarter left Effingham in front 38-20. The Lady Maroons outpointed Effingham 12-9 in the final quarter to account for the 15-point final.

Meredith Schaefer had a big game for Effingham, playing strong around the basket and leading the way with 18 points. Ella Niebrugge was also in double figures with 10 points. Also for Effingham: Coralin Ohnesorge 6, Sawyer Althoff 6, Oliva Moser 5, and Marissa Allie 2. 

Kaitlyn Boerngen led Dieterich with 15 points. Also for the Maroons: Madilyn Brummer 8, Ruby Westendorf 4, Cortney Brummer 3, Miley Britton 2