Lady Bearcats win Orange County opener

The Anderson County Lady Bearcats defeated Bishop Manogue of Reno, Nev., 59-55 in their first game in the Orange County Clash basketball tournament Thursday. The tournament is being held in Anaheim, Cal.

The Lady Bearcats fell behind by as many as 9 points in the third quarter but eventually wore down Bishop Manogue as the Lady Bearcat defense forced 19 turnovers. Anderson was also proficient at the free throw line, hitting 17 of 22 from the charity stripe.

Courtney Milam led Anderson with 29 points while Lindsay Fultz added 14.

Anderson will play Ironwood Ridge of Arizona on Friday, Dec. 21.