Jays Triumph Over Raiders in Women’s College Basketball Showdown
The Central Lakes College Raiders took on the Minnesota West Lady Jays on Friday, December 5, 2025. It was a tough matchup for the Raiders.
Lex Vesel and Tylicia Graves-Desjarlait gave it their all, but the final score landed at 49-78. The loss stung, but the effort was there from start to finish.
Central Lakes College Raiders vs. Minnesota West Lady Jays
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The CLC Raiders fought hard in their recent women’s basketball game against the Lady Jays. Lex Vesel led the way, dropping 18 points and showing real grit on the court.
Even with Vesel’s determination, the Lady Jays kept their lead and finished strong. The scoreboard read 78-49 when the final buzzer sounded.
Key Players and Performances
Tylicia Graves-Desjarlait chipped in with 12 points, adding some spark to the Raiders’ offense. Alyssa Wright battled for nine points and pulled down 13 rebounds, making her presence known in the paint.
- Lex Vesel: 18 points
- Tylicia Graves-Desjarlait: 12 points
- Alyssa Wright: 9 points, 13 rebounds
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Conclusion
The recent game between the Central Lakes College Raiders and the Minnesota West Lady Jays really showed the grit of local athletes. Even though the Raiders lost, players like Lex Vesel, Tylicia Graves-Desjarlait, and Alyssa Wright gave it everything they had.
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