FITCH MAKES THEIR PRESENCE FELT

CANFIELD OH- Austintown Fitch made a resounding statement at the South Range Holliday Hoops Classic, opening their campaign with a commanding 61-16 victory over Garfield.

The scoring prowess of Fitch was on full display, led by Kaliana Ray’s impressive 15-point performance. Destanie McCullough contributed a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds, showcasing her versatility on the court. Ayla Ray added 10 points to the scoreboard, while Rachel Spalding and Sam Severn rounded out the scoring effort with 9 and 7 points, respectively.

Garfield faced a tough defensive challenge from Fitch, with Mandy Cardinal leading the team in scoring with 7 points, and Zoey Nay adding 5 points.

The win propels Fitch to a 7-3 record, setting the stage for a highly anticipated matchup against Greeb on Friday at 5:30 in Day 2 of the Holliday Hoops Classic. Meanwhile, Garfield will regroup and face Struthers in their next game at the same classic, scheduled for 10:00.

Austintown Fitch’s dominant performance in this opening game showcased their strength and skill, leaving fans eager to see how they fare in the subsequent battles of the Holliday Hoops Classic.