The West Catholic girls basketball team only lost one game before the Division II state final last season. On Thursday, the Falcons avenged that loss beating Rockford 61-54.
The Falcons led by 5 (29-24) at the break, but the game was tied (40-40) after three quarters.
"They are excited. It is a redemption game for us from last year, so we are going to have a little bit merrier of a Christmas this year," ninth year West Catholic head coach Jill VanderEnde said with a smile. "I am just really proud of each one of our kids. Tonight is a prefect example of how each one is so valued in our program."
Senior point guard Cadence Dykstra had 14 points and 9 assists to lead the Falcons.
"It just shows you how together we are, how much chemistry we have," Dykstra said. "We have a lot of returners, but they are still young, so we are still learning, but this shows that our learning has improved and we are doing really well."
West Catholic (7-0) is off until January 6th when it will open OK Blue play by hosting Unity Christian.
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