Coach Eric Smith encourages the Lady Pirates during a timeout. Dale lost in the quarterfinals game against Vanoss, 39-44. Photo courtesy of Rick Hester, Lincoln County News
Peyton Bays applies some defensive pressure to the Vanoss player. Photos courtesy of Rick Hester, Lincoln County News
The Dale Lady Pirates suffered a heartbreaking loss in the quarterfinals of the State Tournament last Thursday afternoon, March 12, at the new OG&E Coliseum in OKC.
The top-rated Lady Pirates faced fifth-ranked Vanoss, and the game was a battle of defenses, especially early in the contest. At the 4:00 minute in the opening quarter, the teams were tied 3-3, and Dale was on top, 9-8, with a minut…
