NHS leaned on a balanced attack and aggressive defense to secure a win over visiting Lakes Region League opponent Proctor Academy. Ava Perry had another solid performance with 11 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 steals, showcasing her all-around impact on both ends of the court. Serenity Lancaster dominated the paint contributing 21 points, with 4 boards and 3 assists, and Saige Dejesus chipped in with 11 points and 3 rebounds, while applying defensive pressure on Proctor's backcourt. The team's defensive effort was highlighted by 14 steals and 11 deflections, forcing Proctor into 19 turnovers.
New Hampton built a 25-point advantage in the 4th quarter, but Proctor stayed competitive thanks to precise outside shooting and solid free-throw execution. NHS’s ability to capitalize on turnovers, push the tempo, and control the paint ultimately gave them the edge in this matchup.