HUMBOLDT — A slow start did in Humboldt High’s girls Wednesday.
The Lady Cubs trailed Jayhawk-Linn 42-14 after three quarters before mounting a furious comeback attempt.
Humboldt outscored the Jayhawks 20-11 in the final period, but could get no closer than the final 53-34 defeat. The loss, coming in the first round of the Class 3A substate playoffs, ends the Lady Cubs’ season with a 4-17 record.
Sheri Middleton led Humboldt with 10 points, 10 rebounds, two steals and four blocks. Delaney Umholtz added seven points, while Lakota Wilson had six points, five rebounds and two steals. Whitney Strack chipped in with three points and three steals. Megan Hudlin delivered two points and three steals.
Jayhawk-Linn advances to take on Fredonia, which defeated Wellsville, 53-39. Top-seeded Burlington, which pummeled West Franklin 84-17, will take on the winner of tonight’s Central Heights-Richmond matchup.
Humboldt will serve as the host site for the rest of the substate tournament games. Semifinals are Friday, and final games are Saturday.
Jayhawks eliminate Lady Cubs
