GIRLS BASKETBALL: Fraser Valley defeats Vancouver Coastal

Fraser Valley and Vancouver Coastal teams battle it out at Abbotsford Senior on Friday.

Fraser Valley and Vancouver Coastal teams battle it out at Abbotsford Senior on Friday.

BY: SMIELY KHURANA

The Fraser Valley A team began their day with a 44-33 win over Vancouver Coastal A Friday morning at Abbotsford Senior.

Fraser Valley opened up the game with a 20-15 lead at halftime, and continued their strong play into the second half. The notable teamwork and tough fight was clearly shown in the defence and offence.

Lily Borseth of Fraser Valley was one of the quickest players on the team who had no intention of slowing down on the court after scoring basket after basket amounting to 17 points.

With the help of the opponent team, Fraser Valley girls had a lead of 33-29 with 6 minutes left in the game. Both teams continued to showcase an intense play up until the very last second of the game, with fearless blocks and quick action. Vancouver briefly closed the gap, but Fraser increased the intensity and came through with a 10 point lead win.

Basketball action continues at Abby Senior on Saturday and Sunday.

Abbotsford News