(Elk Horn, IA) — After a close first quarter, Exira EHK ran away from Underwood and advanced to the Regional Semifinals with a 61-33 win on Tuesday night.
The Spartans and Eagles traded three pointers in the first quarter — Exira EHK only made three baskets in the opening period and they were all threes and led 12-10 at the end of one. The second quarter was dominated by Exira EHK with a smothering defense. Underwood got only one basket the entire quarter while Kadence Sporrer and Jaelynn Petersen each had 6 points in the quarter. The Eagles clearly missed Ainsley Roberts who was on the bench with foul trouble. Exira EHK outscored Underwood 14-3 in the second and led 26-13 at the half.
The third quarter was more of the same — Exira EHK went on a 12-0 run to start the second half. The Petersens took over the game — Jaelynn had 9 in the third and Taryn 7 in the quarter. The Spartans extended their lead to 49-24 and cruised to a 28 point win.
Jaelynn Petersen led the way with 22 points and says it was defense and offensive rebounding that helped Exira EHK get the win
Taryn Petersen and Kadence Sporrer each with 14 points for the Spartans who improved to 17-5 on the season. They will play Friday night in the Regional Semifinals.
Underwood was led by Ainsley Roberts with 11 points and their season ends at 9-13.
