Hey everybody! Slim here again, reviewing the Southern C Girls Divisional just in time for the State Tourney to start today. My State C Girls Preview will be coming up shortly.
I didn’t get to watch any of these games, but from the scores I’m surprised at the play of Joliet. They were a feisty out and gave Harlowton a tough game in the championship (59-53 in OT). After winning 16 straight, the Lady J-Hawks ended their season with two consecutive losses. Congratulations to Joliet on a great season.
I picked Harlowton and Ekalaka to come out of this division, and they did, but I was surprised to see that Harlowton beat Ekalaka by 14 in the semi-finals. I thought that game might be the best of the tournament, but that title goes to the championship game (as it should). Ekalaka rebounded from the loss well, earning two wins on Saturday and defeating Joliet in the challenge game on Monday.
Both of these teams could make some noise at the state tournament in Belgrade, but Ekalaka has a tough draw. They play the West’s best, Twin Bridges, to start off their tournament, and, if they win, likely earn the right to play Big Sandy. Those are two very difficult games, and nearly impossible back to back. I like Harlowton over Hot Springs in their opener, but their youth and lack of experience could hurt them along the line. Their second round match-up against either Highwood or Hinsdale could prove problematic. If they catch fire, though, and play up to their potential, they could end up playing for the state title.
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