Tigers girls defeat Arkansas City

By Sam Jack TSnews

The Eisenhower Tigers girls basketball team traveled to Arkansas City on Jan. 7, defeating the Bulldogs 42-17 and claiming some momentum in their first game back after winter break.

“We shot the ball a little bit better, and defensively, we were OK,” Tigers head coach Matt Brumley said.

“We only turned the ball over 11 times, so that helps. But I think overall, just locking in defensively and taking care of the ball is what helped us the most.”

The Tigers and Bulldogs were tied 6-6 in the early going. Then Eisenhower started to gradually pull away. Arkansas City scored only 5 points in the second half, while the Tigers scored 23. “We came out and shot the ball a little bit better. When the ball’s going through the basket, it makes things a lot easier on you,” Brumley said.

Taylor Burkholder, Addison Verbeck and Carly Dameron all scored in double digits. Dameron had a double-double, with 11 points and 11 rebounds.

“They all carried us; it was pretty balanced again,” Brumley said.

“I was pleased because

Addie Verbeck and Carly Dameron shot the ball more, which is what I’ve been looking for.”

The Tigers played at cross-town rival Goddard on Tuesday and will host Valley Center Friday, Jan. 14. On Tuesday, Jan. 18, the Tigers will travel to Hutchinson. Eisenhower: