submitted by Assistant Coach Chad Hanisch
The Garretson 6th grade girls ended their season in the Harrisburg Big Sioux Youth Basketball Season (BSYB) on March 25th. The year was full of hard-fought, close games. The season consisted of ten games with all but one of those decided by more than single digits. The wins were close and even the lone regular season loss was a difference of just three points.
The girls finished the BSYB regular season with only one loss giving them the top seed going into the year-end tournament. With so many close games throughout the season, the title of champion was bound to be up for grabs. Securing a first round bye as top seed, the girls faced a much-improved Harrisburg team in the second round. Harrisburg’s tough defense stifled the girl’s scoring ability, and the team came up short. Although the Dragon girls didn’t end the tournament the way they wanted, they had a very successful season and so much to be proud of.
Beyond the BSYB season, the girls added two other non-league tournaments in Baltic and Hills-Beaver Creek. They came away from Baltic with a 1st Place finish and Hills-Beaver Creek with one loss.
The girls have worked hard and improved so much over the years. One of the most impressive attributes of the team this season was how much they grew as a “TEAM”. Every player contributed scoring points, rebounding, assists, and steals. It was evident they understood the team wins and loses together and they accomplish more with unselfish play.
Thank you to Coach Jill Schwebach for giving of her time this season and past seasons!
Thank you and congratulations to the 6th Grade Girls for a great season! We all look forward to what you will accomplish both on and off the court.
