IMS eighth-graders topple Burlington

Iola's eighth-grade and junior varsity girls basketball teams both secured wins over host Burlington Tuesday. The Mustang seventh graders came up short in their contest.

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November 6, 2024 - 2:07 PM

Iola Middle School's Kinzley Fountain (40) presses a Burlington player Tuesday. Photo by Richard Luken / Iola Register

BURLINGTON — Iola Middle School’s eighth-graders rode a sterling defense Tuesday to secure a 35-19 win at Burlington.

The Mustangs took control in the second quarter, putting together a 14-3 run to lead 24-9 at halftime.

Haidyn Desmarteau led the way with 14 points, followed close behind by Breighlynn Rutherford with 12. Kinzley Fountain chipped in with seven.

Iola’s seventh-graders had a rougher go of it, falling 56-6. Nebula Burrow scored four for the Mustangs.

Iola Middle School’s Ember Friend, center, looks to pass the ball Tuesday at Burlington.Photo by Richard Luken / Iola Register

The Mustangs’ combined junior varsity squad defeated Burlington, 24-8. Mary Burris scored a team-high eight points.

Iola returns home Thursday to host Santa Fe Trail.

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