Lady Bucks defeat Millville Quakers in Breast Cancer Awareness Game
The Bucktail Lady Bucks rallied for a thrilling victory, not only on the court but also in raising awareness for a crucial cause, during their annual “Pink Out” game against the Millville Quakers on Wednesday. In what could potentially be a preview of the opening round of the District 4 1A girls basketball playoffs, Bucktail walked away with a 54-38 win. The night painted the gym in shades of pink as players, fans, and staff united to support breast cancer awareness.
Despite a slow start, where Bucktail could only manage 4 points in the first quarter, the Lady Bucks refused to back down. Their defensive grit kept them within striking distance, trailing by just 10-4 entering the second. Fueled by the energy of the “Pink Out” crowd, the Bucks flipped the script in the second period. A dominant offensive display saw them pour in 20 points, with Makenzie Wagner leading the charge with 11 points. Their defensive intensity remained unyielding, holding Millville to a mere 4 points in the quarter. As the buzzer sounded for halftime, the Lady Bucks had secured a commanding 24-14 lead.
Millville attempted to claw back in the third quarter, but Bucktail maintained their composure. Both teams traded evenly with 14 points apiece, keeping the Bucks comfortably ahead at 38-28 entering the fourth quarter.
The final quarter saw the Lady Bucks unleash their full potential. Led by Kendall Wagner’s 7 points and Mattisyn Mason’s 6 points, they added another 16 points to the scoreboard. Their defense continued to shine, limiting Millville to just 8 points in the final period. As the clock ticked down, the Lady Bucks emerged victorious with a decisive 54-38 win.
Makenzie Wagner finished the night as the top scorer for the Bucks with 20 points, followed by Kendall Wagner with 13 points and Mattisyn Mason with 9 points. For Millville, Larissa Evans put up a valiant effort with 27 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Lady Bucks’ dominant performance.
Beyond the win, the “Pink Out” game served as a powerful reminder of the importance of supporting breast cancer awareness. This victory undoubtedly goes beyond the scoreboard, marking a night where awareness was raised, hope was ignited, and inspiration was shared.
1st 2nd 3rd 4th Final Bucktail 4 20 14 16 54 Millville 10 4 14 10 38
