The Wildcats’ pressure defense down the stretch helped them win their first game after a five-day layoff.
The game was tied at 44-44 with 1:04 to play. Samantha Wise, who had a team-high 14 points and 12 rebounds, made two free throws to put La Center up for good.
Alyssa Carnes added 13 points for La Center.
LA CENTER 47, KALAMA 44
KALAMA — Khloe Clark 5, Mackenzi Badger 3, Haley Bannister 11, Jordyn Vandenberg 16, Hanna Clizbe 0, Taylor Beck 4, Gracelyn Crum 0, Jazmine Roland 5. Totals 13 (3) 15-25 44.
LA CENTER — Annie Baker 7, Megan Vansoest 4, Kailey Miller 0, Danielle Larson 2, Samantha Wise 14, Alyssa Carnes 13, Katie Whitten 5, Rachel Moudy 0, Mimi Kalani 2. Totals 18 (1) 10-24 47.
