Sanford Shootout

NLC Storm 34 Franklin Academy Patriots 64

In the opening game of the Sanford Shootout, the New Life Storm faced a Franklin Academy team which entered the game undefeated, having won all of their previous games by more than 30 points. The Storm hung tough in the first quarter, trailing by only 2 points at the end of the period. In the second period, the Patriots exploded for 27 points and went into halftime with a 40-19 lead. NLC played the Patriots closer in the second half, but couldn't narrow the gap. Turnovers were again a problem, and led to Franklin getting off nearly twice as many shot attempts. Hannah led the Storm with 12 points (including 3 three-pointers) while Shelby led in rebounds and assists with 11 and 3.

NLC Storm 59 O'Neal School Falcons 34

The Storm bounced back the next morning with a convincing win in the consolation game against the O'Neal School from Southern Pines. NLC jumped out to a 16-3 first quarter lead and never looked back. The lead continued to grow and reached 53-19 at the end of the 3rd quarter. The Storm passed the ball well, with 19 assists (6 girls had 2 or more assists) and a season-low 12 turnovers. Hannah again led the scoring with 16 points and Leigh had 10 rebounds, while Shelby chipped in 13 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists. Hannah was named to the all-tournament team.