The North Callaway girls have now beaten South Callaway seven straight times.
The Ladybirds defeated their county rival 49-29 on Thursday at home after tallying 14 steals. The North Callaway defense was much better than in its first 65-53 victory over South Callaway (8-13) this season. The Ladybirds (12-11) were led by Natalie Shryock's 14 points and four 3-pointers. Lakyn Hartley followed with 13 points, seven rebounds, five assists and five steals, Sophie Olsson had 10 points and Kymorie Myers snagged eight rebounds. McKenzie Laughlin led South Callaway with 11 points and eight rebounds, and Maddi Althaus followed with five points.
North Callaway (3-4 EMO) faces Eastern Missouri Conference and district foe Montgomery County (13-9, 7-0 EMO) around 5:30 p.m. Saturday.
Look for the full story in the Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025 edition of the Mexico Ledger.
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