Golda Meir Varsity Basketball vs East Troy

Golda Meir Falls in a Close Battle, 41–43

Golda Meir Varsity Basketball dropped a narrow two-point decision, falling 41–43 in a tightly contested game. Nine players saw the floor for Golda Meir, and the team finished shooting 16-31 from the field, 4-10 from three-point range, and 5-11 from the free-throw line.

The team combined for 41 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, 7 steals, and 5 blocks. Five players contributed scoring on the night, while four players recorded at least one assist and four players recorded at least one steal. Despite the loss, the squad showed plenty of activity on both ends of the floor.

Tye Wattleton led the way with a standout individual performance, and the team can take lessons from a game decided by just two points. Close games like this one are valuable experiences for a young group, and there is plenty to build on heading forward.

Player Highlights

• •Tye Wattleton — Team-high 21 PTS on an efficient 8-11 from the field, including 4-6 from three, with 1 AST, 1 STL, and 3 BLK in 22 minutes
• •LaRon Hayes — 9 PTS (4-10 FG), 2 REB, 1 AST, and 2 STL in 22 minutes
• •King Stephenson — 6 PTS on a perfect 3-3 from the field, adding 1 REB, 2 STL, and 1 BLK in 18 minutes