Two State Champs
Watchmen Finally Win The Big One
Since Katie Ohm became a household name for Minnesota girls basketball fans during her freshman year, the Watchmen have been on the brink of a state championship. Today, they finally got it.
During that freshman season, Ohm was surrounded by other talented players like the Olstads as well as a 6'1'' center and an able point guard, both of whom were seniors. When they advanced to the state championship game that season, the question became, "Will anything less than a state championship be a disappointment." They answer, though guarded, was yes.
This year, they finally put it all together. No one else really stood a chance. With the addition of Abby Lindquist at the point guard position, the Watchmen had everything. A point guard to run the show, two star players in the Olstads, and a Division 1 superstar who, after coming so close so many times, had all the motivation in the world. When it came down to it, things happened just as we all expected: with Ohm scoring 22 points and willing her team to a state championship.
This area isn't likely to see another team quite like Elgin-Millville for a long time. They are a special group of girls and have been entertaining to watch.
Eagles Break Their Own Record
Seven state championships was a state record. Now make it eight. The Lourdes girls' dynasty continues to grow as Myron Glass' squad defeated Pequot Lakes for another title. They did it their way, with nothing fancy, swarming defense and a calm persistence that eventually helps them pull away from any opponent. They protected the ball better than any other girls state tournament team in Minnesota history, turning the ball over just two times the entire contest.
After hitting the locker room at halftime with a five point deficit, the Eagles--behind Anne Breland--came alive. Breland was held scoreless in the first half but exploded for 20 second half points and showed Lourdes the way to victory.
That's the mark of a true star. After being held scoreless for an entire half, it takes a special player to put that behind her and refocus. Breland did so admirably and her team is a state champion as a result.
Only one question remains. With Lourdes and Elgin-Millville having split during the season, which team is better?
Since Katie Ohm became a household name for Minnesota girls basketball fans during her freshman year, the Watchmen have been on the brink of a state championship. Today, they finally got it.
During that freshman season, Ohm was surrounded by other talented players like the Olstads as well as a 6'1'' center and an able point guard, both of whom were seniors. When they advanced to the state championship game that season, the question became, "Will anything less than a state championship be a disappointment." They answer, though guarded, was yes.
This year, they finally put it all together. No one else really stood a chance. With the addition of Abby Lindquist at the point guard position, the Watchmen had everything. A point guard to run the show, two star players in the Olstads, and a Division 1 superstar who, after coming so close so many times, had all the motivation in the world. When it came down to it, things happened just as we all expected: with Ohm scoring 22 points and willing her team to a state championship.
This area isn't likely to see another team quite like Elgin-Millville for a long time. They are a special group of girls and have been entertaining to watch.
Eagles Break Their Own Record
Seven state championships was a state record. Now make it eight. The Lourdes girls' dynasty continues to grow as Myron Glass' squad defeated Pequot Lakes for another title. They did it their way, with nothing fancy, swarming defense and a calm persistence that eventually helps them pull away from any opponent. They protected the ball better than any other girls state tournament team in Minnesota history, turning the ball over just two times the entire contest.
After hitting the locker room at halftime with a five point deficit, the Eagles--behind Anne Breland--came alive. Breland was held scoreless in the first half but exploded for 20 second half points and showed Lourdes the way to victory.
That's the mark of a true star. After being held scoreless for an entire half, it takes a special player to put that behind her and refocus. Breland did so admirably and her team is a state champion as a result.
Only one question remains. With Lourdes and Elgin-Millville having split during the season, which team is better?
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