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The Northland Lady Eagles traveled to Deer River Tuesday in search of the right combination that would notch their first win of the season. It was not to be as the girls fell 57-31.

"We missed too many lay-ups and free throws in the first half and dug ourselves a 14 point hole," commented Coach Jenny Kovall.

"We were out rebounded, an area we need to continue to work on. We have a great group of players and as their experience grows, so will their confidence and ability."

Sierra Likens led the team, once again, scoring over a third of the final tally with 11 points and 5 boards with 9 steals. Tori Howard followed up with 8 points and Kori Dunham with 5.

With their rebounding woes in the rear view mirror, the girls traveled to Little Fork-Big Falls in their second conference matchup of the week. The girls came away from the long road trip with their first win of the season, besting LFBF 53-41.

"We did a much better job of rebounding and giving ourselves second chances. We had some nice fast breaks and communicated better on defense," said Coach Kovall.

Likens earned her first double-double of 21 points and 12 steals. Dunham added to the Lady Eagle defensive effort with 8 steals of her own and 16 points on the board.

The rebounding was key with Nikina Gross with 8; Abby Burch and Lizzie Procopio each with a half-dozen. Howard with 5, followed by Likens with 4.

The girls will host their home opener Thursday against the Hill City Hornets. Varsity game time is scheduled for 7:15 p.m.[[In-content Ad]]

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