WWCC Women’s Basketball Triumphs Over Peninsula in Thrilling Match
The Walla Walla Community College (WWCC) women’s basketball team put on quite a show at the Lower Columbia College Holiday Classic in Longview, Washington. They knocked off Peninsula College, a tough semifinalist from last season, with a 69-55 win that really turned some heads.
These defending Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) champs seem to keep upping their game, especially compared to their last meeting with Peninsula back in November.
WWCC’s Stellar Performance
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Macie Milum led the charge for the Warriors, dropping a game-high 21 points. Four starters hit double digits, which says a lot about the team’s depth and how well they share the ball.
Key Contributors
Several players really stepped up in this one:
- Macie Milum: 21 points
- Hadley Fraas: 12 points, 12 rebounds, 7 assists
- Logan Sailors: 12 points
- Addy Laible: 10 points on 5-for-7 shooting
Hadley Fraas stood out with a double-double—12 points and 12 boards—plus seven assists. Her all-around effort made a real difference for WWCC.
Coach Bobbi Hazeltine’s Insights
Coach Bobbi Hazeltine had plenty to say afterward. She pointed out that Peninsula looked stronger and more complete than in their last matchup. “They were at full strength and way better. But we are better too, and we played well,” Hazeltine said.
She also mentioned the challenge of guarding Peninsula’s Alecsis Smith, who put up 14 points. Still, Hazeltine felt WWCC handled things pretty well on defense.
Defensive Strategies
The Warriors adjusted their defensive plans and kept Peninsula’s key players in check. They managed to limit Smith, which showed just how ready and focused they were for this game.
Looking Ahead
WWCC will try to keep this energy going as the season rolls on. With players like Milum, Fraas, Sailors, and Laible all contributing, they’ve got a bunch of options on the court—and that’s never a bad thing.
They seem ready for whatever comes next, and honestly, it’s hard not to be curious about how far they’ll go this year.
Conclusion
The Walla Walla Community College women’s basketball team just pulled off a big win over Peninsula College in the Lower Columbia College Holiday Classic. That took some real grit and teamwork.
Coach Bobbi Hazeltine’s crew showed off some sharp strategy and a few players really stepped up. It feels like the Warriors could be on track for a strong season, honestly.
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