In a commanding performance, the Westmoore Lady Jaguars secured a dominant 65-40 victory over the Southmoore Lady SaberCats, showcasing exceptional offensive efficiency and strong defensive execution.
First Quarter: Westmoore Sets the Tone
Westmoore wasted no time asserting their dominance, shooting a flawless 10-for-10 from the field to jump to a 20-8 lead by the end of the first quarter. The Lady Jaguars’ offense was spearheaded by Aliyah Prestridge (Fr., 5-9, 8 points) and Dee Frost (Sr. 5-8, 8 points), both perfect from the field. Kyiah Prestridge also contributed with 4 points. Southmoore struggled offensively, with Keiley Mahseet accounting for all 8 of their points.
Second Quarter: Southmoore Fights Back
The Lady SaberCats found their rhythm in the second quarter, outscoring Westmoore 17-11 to cut the halftime deficit to 31-25. Mahseet continued to lead Southmoore, adding 14 points in the half, while Claire Rice (Fr., 5-7, 4 points) and Sabrina Hernandez (So. 5-4, 3 points) chipped in. Westmoore remained efficient, with K. Prestridge and Frost each scoring 11 points by halftime. A. Prestridge added 9 points, keeping the Lady Jaguars ahead despite Southmoore’s resurgence.
Third Quarter: Westmoore Pulls Away
Westmoore regained control in the third quarter, outscoring Southmoore 17-9 to extend their lead to 48-34. The Jaguars continued their flawless shooting, finishing 20-for-20 from the field in the first three quarters. K. Prestridge had a dominant quarter, scoring 18 points overall, while Frost (16 points) and A. Prestridge (12 points) kept the offense rolling. Southmoore’s Rice (6 points) and Hernandez (6 points) tried to keep pace, but turnovers and Westmoore’s defensive pressure stifled their momentum.
Fourth Quarter: Westmoore Secures Victory
The Lady Jaguars left no doubt in the final quarter, closing the game on a 17-6 run to seal the 65-40 victory. K. Prestridge finished with a game-high 24 points, adding 5 free throws and a three-pointer. Frost followed with 19 points, while A. Prestridge (12 points) and J. Bradford (Sr., 5-8, 2 points) contributed late. Southmoore’s Mahseet ended the night with 16 points, but the Lady SaberCats couldn’t overcome Westmoore’s efficiency, as the Jaguars shot a perfect 26-for-26 from the field and 10-for-10 from the free-throw line.
With this victory, Westmoore showcased remarkable shooting and teamwork. Southmoore, despite the loss, showed flashes of competitiveness, particularly in the second quarter. The rivalry matchup lived up to expectations, but in the end, Westmoore’s flawless execution proved too much to handle.
