Following Tuesday’s lackluster performance, the JV Lady Marauders came out firing on all cylinders tonight against the Hornets of New Lothrop, finishing out the season with a 39-13 victory.

“I can’t begin to state how proud I am of all of these girls and all the progress they’ve made this season,” Coach Belill stated. “While we had our ups and downs at times, they showed up every day to practice with a smile on their faces and ready to work to get better – and as a coach you can’t ask for anything more than that.”

Ovid-Elsie would build upon a 13-2 1^st quarter advantage and go into halftime with a 22-7 halftime lead. Defensive pressure and surgical-like execution on the offensive end would help crush any Hornet hope from the beginning. The Marauders would outscore New Lothrop 8-2 and 9-4 to finish out the 3^rd and 4^th quarters, respectively.

While OE would limit their turnovers, they were able to force 28 from New Lothrop – 17 being steals. Top that off with assisting on 11/17 made shots, and out rebounding the Hornets 25-14 and you have one heck of a way to close out a season.

Aubrey Kurka would lead the charge for OE with 8 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 steals. El Carman would rebound well from a tough Tuesday night with 7 points, 3 steals, 3 assists, and 2 rebounds. Maddie Thornton (6 rebounds, 4 steals) and Tava Kvalevog (3 rebounds) would add 6 points each, while Trinity Ziola (5 rebounds) added 5 points as well. Natalie Stoneman (2 rebounds) added 3 points, with Hailie McCreery and Sophia Sweet rounded out the scoring with 2 points each.

The win completes the JV season for the ladies, finishing out at 15-4 and a perfect 11-0 in the MMAC. Great job and congratulations on an awesome season ladies!

The Varsity Lady Marauders finish out their season Friday at New Lothrop before hosting districts next week. OE holds the #1 seed and will have a bye on Monday before taking on the winner of Corunna-Flint Hamady on Wednesday @ 5:30 PM.