BREAKING: Tumwater’s hopes for a championship run ended abruptly as they lost to Woodland in the 2A District 4 Quarterfinal on Friday, February 10, 2023, with a final score of 58-47. The Thunderbirds struggled with foul trouble throughout the match, ultimately leading to the loss and ending their season.
The game started competitively, with Tumwater trailing by only five points at the end of the first quarter. However, a powerful performance from Woodland in the second quarter shifted the momentum. The Beavers scored 25 points compared to Tumwater’s 19, extending their lead to eleven points by halftime.
Tumwater made a push in the third quarter, narrowing the gap to just two points. Unfortunately, Woodland responded decisively, finishing the game with an 18-9 scoring run that sealed Tumwater’s fate. The Thunderbirds faced significant challenges as five players fouled out, hampering their ability to maintain momentum.
Leading the charge for Tumwater was Maesyn Williams, who contributed 13 points. Kamryn Wilson followed closely with 11 points, five rebounds, and three assists. Other notable performances included Cadynce Lee with eight points and five rebounds, and Anden Demaris, who pulled down 11 rebounds alongside seven points.
Despite the setback, Tumwater’s assistant coach Gabi Larson expressed pride in her team’s effort. “Our girls fought hard, and we’re proud of their grit,” she stated. “We’re ready for the next one.”
Looking ahead, Tumwater (13-10) will face Ridgefield on Monday in the first of potentially three elimination games. The winner will advance to meet the loser of the upcoming Black Hills-Mark Morris semifinal match.
Fans are eager to see if Tumwater can rebound from this defeat and extend their season further. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story as Tumwater seeks redemption in the upcoming elimination round.
