January 15, 2019

Greyhounds top Maples to win second straight game

By Mon Valley Independent

By JEREMY SELLEW

jsellew@yourmvi.com

For the first time in over four years, the Monessen girls basketball team has won consecutive games.

The Greyhounds knocked off host Mapletown, 44-38, behind 12 points from Kendelle Weston.

With the win, the Greyhounds (3-10, 3-3) have moved into fourth place and the final playoff spot in Section 2-A.

Kelsi Smith led the Maples (5-7, 2-4) with 13 points. 

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