Ludington Girls Shock Shelby with 44-30 Upset Win

UPDATE: In a thrilling upset, the Ludington girls basketball team triumphed over previously unbeaten Shelby with a decisive 44-30 victory on January 26, 2023, marking a critical turning point in the West Michigan Conference season. This unexpected win is sure to send shockwaves through the league, highlighting Ludington’s resilience after facing a challenging non-conference schedule.

Ludington surged ahead early, leading 27-19 at halftime, and closed the game with a powerful 9-3 run. Head coach Warren Stowe expressed his pride:

“This was a very good win against a very talented and well-coached Shelby basketball team. We played through some rough spots tonight that we may have faltered through earlier in the season.”

Leading the charge for Ludington was Eloise Kwietniewski, who scored 14 points. Supporting her, Madelyn Kenyon contributed 8 points, while Claire Keith added 7 points. The victory boosts Ludington’s record to 7-5, while Shelby drops to 9-1.

In other Muskegon-area action, Spring Lake dominated Holland with a 43-12 win, showcasing a fierce defensive strategy. Kloe George led the Lakers with 9 points, improving their record to 8-2.

Newaygo secured a commanding 57-27 victory over Howard City Tri County, highlighted by Gabby Arney’s impressive 19 points, lifting their record to 5-4. Head coach Nate Thomasma praised the team’s ball control, which proved pivotal in their success.

North Muskegon edged out Mason County Central 38-32, with Delaney Young leading the Norse with 18 points. Coach Jill Young expressed her excitement over the team’s growth, marking the first victory against Mason County Central in her coaching tenure.

Manistee outperformed Holton with a score of 69-53, propelled by Alayna Edmondson, who scored 24 points. Coach Kenn Kott highlighted the team’s resilience despite challenges during the game.

Montague came from behind to secure a 39-35 win against Orchard View, showcasing their determination in the second half.

As the Muskegon-area teams gear up for more competition, tonight’s matchups include Grand Haven (10-0) facing Muskegon (9-1) and Mona Shores (5-4) taking on Holland Christian (7-3) at 7:00 PM. The stakes are high, and fans are eager to see if the upsets continue.

Stay tuned for further updates as the season unfolds, and follow your local teams as they aim for victory in the coming weeks!