Johnson Central 88, West Carter 42

STAFF REPORT
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PAINTSVILLE — Johnson Central pulled away to defeat West Carter 88-42 in the City Between the Lakes Christmas Classic Sponsored by Paintsville Tourism on Saturday, Dec. 21.

The Lady Eagles thrived offensively and defensively throughout the game.

Johnson Central shot 50.8 percent (33-of-65) from the field. The Lady Eagles shot 41.9 percent (13-of-31) from three-point range.

Johnson Central shot 60 percent (nine-of-15) from the free throw line.

Four Johnson Central players reached double figures in the scoring column.

Adyson Burchett paced Johnson Central, scoring a game-high 22 points for the Lady Eagles.

Joining Burchett in double figures for Johnson Central, Emma McKenzie scored 20 points. Kaylyn McKenzie netted 14 points and Allie Slone tallied 10 points.

Narrowly missing double figures for Johnson Central, Maddie Prater posted nine points.

Rounding out Johnson Centra’s scoring were additional scorers Karlea Stanley (six points), Haylee Marsillett (five points) and Emma Ferguson (two points).

Leading Johnson Central inside, Kaylyn McKenzie claimed eight rebounds.