Ambridge holds off Lady Leopards for 61-53 win
The Ambridge girls jumped out to a 7-point first quarter lead and then held off a late Belle Vernon rally as the host team won its tip-off tournament, 61-53.
Ambridge led 17-10 after the first quarter and extended the advantage to 34-17 at halftime. Trailing by 18 points heading into the fourth quarter, the Lady Leopards (1-1) battled for a 21-11 advantage.
Kelsey Green led Belle Vernon with 18 points. Caitlyn Trombley (11) and Taylor Kovatch (10) were also in double figures.
Anita Walker and Sarah Fischer shared scoring honors for the Lady Bridgers (2-0) with 14 points apiece.