Agates Edge Out Cherry in a Thrilling 44-41 Victory
The Two Harbors girls basketball team secured a hard-fought 44-41 win against Cherry on December 17th. “Our defense stepped up,” said Head Coach Gavin Bopp. “They were very physical, and our girls held their own.”
The game was a nail-biter from start to finish. The Agates held a narrow one-point lead at halftime, and the competition remained fierce throughout. Rachel Bopp delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 27 points, including five 3-pointers. Her efforts earned praise from the Duluth News Tribune.
“To hold them to 42 points is very good for us,” added Coach Bopp, highlighting the team’s defensive grit. The junior varsity squad also celebrated a win that night, outscoring their Cherry counterparts by 15 points.
The Agates varsity team, now 3-5, is gearing up for the Hoops for Hope Tournament in Ely on the weekend of December 27th, where they’ll face Cook County in the first round.
Mariners and Vikings Face Schedule Changes
The December 19th matchup between the Cook County and Silver Bay girls teams was postponed. The Vikings recently fell to Northwoods, while the Mariners showed promise in a close game against the Duluth Denfeld Hunters, falling short by just six points.
Boys Teams Ready for Holiday Tournament
The Two Harbors boys basketball team is returning to action after a brief break, preparing for the Holiday Tournament in Ely the weekend of the 27th. Cook County will also participate, setting the stage for exciting matchups.
