7th Grade Girls Highlanders Win Season Opener

On November 10th, the 7th Grade Girls Highlanders emerged victorious in their first game of the season, coming from behind to beat the Albany Cobras. The game started slowly for the Highlanders, who trailed 4-0 after the first quarter. They caught their stride in the second quarter with tough baskets being made by Nicole Bilorusky, Tess Olcott, Sydney Boxer, Kelsey Fennell and Caroline James, with nice assists from Rebecca Harris, Mika Lee, Hana Elabed, Malorie Han, Jane Kingston and Genna Williamson. The Highlanders' pressing defense held Albany to two points in the final quarter. The Cobras had a chance to tie in the final seconds, but the Highlanders hung on to get their first win, 19 -16.