STRONG FINISH PROPELS MINERAL RIDGE TO VICTORY

MINERAL RIDGE OH- Mineral Ridge came in to Monday night already with as many wins on the season as they’d had a year ago.  But there are much larger goals in mind for the Rams.  They were hungry to make waves in the MVAC, and McDonald was the first team standing in their way. In a game that was back and forth almost the entire night, Ridge found themselves down 39-38 with the clock winding down. However, the Rams slammed their foot on the gas and ended the game on a 11-0 run to win 49-39.

Ava Hulett led the way for Mineral Ridge with 15 points, including a dagger three in the fourth to put the Rams up by two possessions.  Freshman Gianna Gilbert put in a great effort as well scoring 14 for Ridge.  Olivia Booth played well despite some early foul trouble and finished with 9 points.

McDonald was paced by Juliana Krumpak who finished with a game-high 17 points.  Gracie Callow earned a hard fought 9 points for the Blue Devils. Adding to their offense was Alyvia Morrison with 7 points.

Mineral Ridge has a big test ahead as they will take on Springfield on the road on Thursday.  McDonald will try to bounce back on Thursday as they return home to host Waterloo.