LADY BULLDOGS CLAW OUT A CLOSE WIN

LISBON, OH – In a closely contested EOAC matchup, the East Palestine Lady Bulldogs secured a narrow victory over the Lisbon Lady Blue Devils with a final score of 39-36. The game unfolded with intensity, featuring standout performances from both teams.

As the game unfolded, it became clear that every basket and defensive play would be crucial. The first three quarters saw both teams exchanging leads, showcasing the competitive balance between the Lady Bulldogs and the Lady Blue Devils. The intensity of the matchup kept fans on the edge of their seats. In the fourth quarter, it was Gabby Andre who rose to the occasion for East Palestine, displaying skill and composure, Andre made key plays on both ends of the court. Her contributions, whether in scoring, rebounding, or defensive stops, proved pivotal in East Palestine’s victory. Andre finished with a career high 19 points

Despite Lisbon’s resilient efforts led by Jayden Smyth with 10 points and Lylah Brown with 9 points, East Palestine managed to secure a slim 39-36 win as the final buzzer sounded. Up next for Lisbon will be another home match up with the Columbiana Clippers on Thursday night. East Palestine returns to action on Wednesday at Toronto.