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Staff Report
The Hayesville Lady Yellow Jackets soared to a decisive 52-32 victory over the Swain County Lady Maroon Devils in Friday night's conference matchup in Bryson City, NC. The Yellow Jackets showcased balanced scoring and tenacious defense, improving their conference record and asserting their dominance on the court.
Hayesville’s scoring was led by junior Ava Shook added 18 points, including two key three-pointers, and maintained a strong 67% accuracy from beyond the arc. Senior Mallory Peck contributed 14 points while shooting an efficient 54% from the field. Junior Emma Ashe also chipped in 6 points, complementing the offensive effort.
Defensively, the Lady Jackets held Swain County to just 32 points, using relentless pressure and forcing turnovers throughout the game. Hayesville recorded 13 steals as a team, with Shook leading the way with five. The Lady Jackets also dominated on the boards, securing 21 rebounds to limit second-chance opportunities for the Maroon Devils.
The Lady Jackets set the tone early, utilizing fast breaks and sharp ball movement to create scoring opportunities. Shook’s precision shooting from the perimeter and Peck’s strength in the paint helped Hayesville pull away, building a comfortable lead by halftime.
Swain County found it difficult to keep pace with Hayesville’s high-energy play. The Lady Maroon Devils struggled to convert their field goals, managing just 38% shooting from the floor. Despite the efforts of their defense, they couldn’t contain Hayesville’s dynamic attack.
Key Stats
Field Goal Shooting: Hayesville shot 42% overall, while Swain County hit 38% of their attempts.
Three-Point Efficiency: Hayesville converted 38% of their three-point attempts compared to Swain’s 25%.
Free Throws: The Yellow Jackets capitalized on their chances at the line, shooting 70% (7-of-10).
Rebounds: Hayesville collected 21 total rebounds, with Peck leading the way with 7.
Steals: Hayesville forced 13 turnovers, showcasing their aggressive defensive strategy.
With this victory, the Hayesville Lady Yellow Jackets continue to build momentum heading into the heart of their conference schedule. Their next matchup on Tuesday, Dec. 17 in Cherokee will test their consistency and teamwork as they look to extend their winning streak.
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