High School Sports Recap: December 2-7 in Bloomington Area

The sports scene in Bloomington has been exciting this week, with several high school teams showcasing their skills across various sports.

Girls Basketball Highlights

In a standout game, the Bloomington South Panthers decisively defeated Terre Haute North with a score of 70-24. The Panthers jumped out to a commanding lead, finishing the first half at a comfortable 40-12. This win pushes their record to 7-1 overall and 2-0 in Conference Indiana.

Meanwhile, Eastern Greene secured its first victory of the season by besting Dugger Union, 58-37. Lydia Pfaff was instrumental in this win, hitting five of her team’s eight three-pointers.

The Bloomington North Cougars also had a significant win, overpowering Columbus East 71-44. With a scoring surge in the middle periods (37-12), the Cougars showed off a well-balanced offense, led by Lulu Frank with 13 points.

Other Basketball Results

In a close matchup, West Vigo narrowly defeated the Owen Valley Patriots with a score of 49-44. The Patriots led at halftime but could not maintain their momentum in the second half.

Wrestling Competition

On the wrestling front, the boys’ team from Terre Haute South dominated Edgewood, winning 61-18, while the girls’ team also put up a solid performance, winning 36-24.

Swimming Triumphs

In boys swimming, the Bloomington North Cougars swam to victory against East Central, securing a score of 101-69. Jay Stewart highlighted the meet with first-place finishes in both the 50 free and 100 back, while the Cougars dominated the relay events.

Continuing Action

As the week progresses, fans can look forward to more action and results from local teams. Check in frequently for updates on games and scores!