PVHS jumps out early in girls basketball win over Searsport

January 8, 2019

The PVHS Lady Howlers hosted the Searsport Lady Vikings in a battle of 5-3 teams. PVHS came away victorious with a strong defensive effort, 54-25.

The Lady Howlers jumped out to an 18-3 lead with some sharp shooting by Laney Harding and Judy King. Searsport put a quality second quarter together to stay close to PVHS at half, 27-12.

A push at the start of the second half allowed PVHS to stretch their lead and coast the remainder of the game. Lady Howlers were lead by Laney Harding’s 17 points and eight rebounds. Lexi Ireland continued her impressive junior season with 15 points, 10 boards and 4 assists.

The Alley sister, Mikaela & Makenzie, lead Searsport with 8 and 7 points respectively.

PVHS 18 27 38 54

Searsport 6 12 20 25