The Lower Columbia Red Devils Women's Basketball team kicked off their season with three competitive games against Walla Walla, Columbia Basin, and Blue Mountain.
Game 1: November 14 vs. Walla Walla
The Red Devils faced Walla Walla in their opening match, falling short with a final score of 52-68. Despite the loss, standout performances included:
Karlee VonMoos: 12 points, 11 rebounds (double-double)
Reigha Niemeyer: Led the team with 13 points, 2 rebounds, and 2 blocks
Team shooting: 40.4% from the field, including 40% from three-point range.
Turnovers proved costly as Lower Columbia committed 20, allowing Walla Walla to capitalize with 28 points in the paint.
Game 2: November 15 at Columbia Basin
In a thrilling overtime showdown, the Red Devils clinched their first win of the season, edging Columbia Basin 57-55.
Karlee VonMoos dominated the boards with an impressive 20 rebounds and added 10 points.
Morgan Hamilton contributed 9 points and 5 rebounds, while
Reigha Niemeyer scored 12 points before fouling out.
- Key stat: The team improved its rebounding to 51, which proved pivotal in securing the win.
Despite struggling with free throws (40%), Lower Columbia's resilience in the overtime period highlighted their determination.
Game 3: November 17 at Blue Mountain
The Red Devils ended their road trip on a high note, defeating Blue Mountain decisively, 79-62.
Reigha Niemeyer had a standout game with 19 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 steals.
Karlee VonMoos once again showcased her consistency, contributing 17 points and 9 rebounds.
- Bench contributions: A remarkable 32 points came from the reserves, showing the team's depth.
The Red Devils shot a season-high 50% from three-point range, complementing their aggressive defense, which forced 15 turnovers.
Next Steps
The Red Devils head back to their home court with a 2-1 record, ready to build on their early-season momentum. Coach
Lucas Myers emphasized the importance of reducing turnovers and maintaining strong defensive efforts as key priorities moving forward.
The Ladies are back at it on Saturday, November 23rd, vs the Peninsula Pirates at Myklebust gym. Game is set for a 3:00 pm tip, following the Men's game vs Pacific JV at 12:00 pm.
