Bison overpower tough Bow girls in second half

McCook senior Malia Hilker moved to nine of her 11 points during the pivotal second half where those 9-2 Bison proved they could handle a physical foe starting their home schedule in 2025. The Bison will host another strong Gothenburg Swedes team Friday evening.

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McCOOK, Neb. — The McCook High girls flexed with a 28-17 second half to push past Broken Bow, 41-33, at McCook High Tuesday night.

Here are the leaders for coach Amy Scheil's team which raised it season record to 9-2 entering a showdown with unbeaten Gothenburg Friday evening.

McCook 41, Broken Bow 33

BISON (41) — Cali Crawford 13 points, Malia HIlker 11, Brooklynn Gillen 8, Paige Bortner 6, Jaylea Walgren 3. Three-pointer: Crawford.

Rebound leaders: Jaylea Walgren 9, Bortner 8, Hilker 5, Gillen 4.

Assists: Paige Bortner 3.

Steals: Brooklynn Gillen 5, Bortner 4, Walgren 2, Crawford 2. Blocked shots: Jaylea Walgren 2, Crawford 2.

INDIANS (33) — Janae Marten's 11 points led the Indians, who fell to 7-3 this season. Gaby Staples added seven points with Charlee Myers scoring four.