Edwards Scores Big as Kettle Falls Girls Basketball Edges Selkirk in Season Opener

"The game was a good first look at our competitiveness in a rugged contest," Kettle Falls head coach Tyler Edwards said. "We are gaining understanding defensively, and rebounded well enough to ensure the outcome."

Edwards poured in a game-high 21 points, including 7-of-10 shooting from the free-throw line, helping the Bulldogs (1-0) fend off a late push by the Rangers (0-1).

Kettle Falls held a narrow 10-9 lead after the first quarter before ramping up the defensive pressure in the second, allowing just three points to be scored against them. The Bulldogs went into halftime with a 24-12 advantage.

Selkirk outscored the Bulldogs 15-10 in the third quarter and attempted to rally late, but Kettle Falls held strong in the closing minutes to secure the season-opening victory.

"I’m pleased with our growth and both the defensive and rebounding fronts remain a focus for continued improvement," Edwards said. "I’m most pleased with our toughness… young teams can disappear in a physical contest, and I felt like we showed some grit and resilience."

Shelby Shurrum finished with seven points, Alexa Morris scored six, and Abby Ocasio added four for the Bulldogs who tallied a total of 16 field goals and went 10-for-16 at the foul line.

"I had multiple kids playing in their first varsity game that got better in one game’s time," Edwards said.