Lady Lions Victorious in Home Opener

The NR Lady Lions Basketball team opened their season in winning fashion on their home court last night vs Mariemont 49-23. The girls were led by a dominating performance by Josie Buckingham who led all scorers with 23 points and also had 14 rebounds and 8 blocks. Seniors Sarah Shoemaker and Mikaela Rupp added 8 points each providing clutch scoring from the perimeter. The girls' stingy team defense was key holding the visiting team to 8 total field goals and 3 points in the 3rd quarter. The Lady Lions open SBAAC play on Thursday @ CNE at 730.