New Palestine High School

The New Palestine Dragons girls basketball team dominated against Indian Creek in the Dragons' home opener. Their strong shooting performance pushed them to a 76-47 win, the most points scored since Nov. 4, 2021, when they beat Connersville 78-29. The Dragons had a great start to the game, scoring 23 points in the first quarter, to go ahead of the 20 scored by Indian Creek. Brooklyn Crim led the Dragons in the first quarter with 10 points. The Dragons bumped up the intensity in the second quarter. Indian Creek tied up the game, but it didn’t take long for the Dragons to take the lead right back. The Dragons went on an 18-2 lead, finishing the first half ahead of the Braves, 43-27. Indian Creek was held scoreless the last 6:30 of the first half. The third quarter was no different from the second. The Dragons kept their foot on the gas, scoring 21 points. Haven Flagle went on a run, making three three-pointers. Their defense told the same story as their offense. Indian Creek finishes the third quarter with just one made field goal, and a few free throws. The Dragons finished off the game scoring 12 points against Indian Creek’s 11. Flagle led the Dragons in scoring with 30 points, Crim not too far behind with 22. This is the first duo to each score 20+ points since 2018, between Leah Seib and Haley Harrison against Shelbyville. Other Dragon scorers include Tessa Mohr, 8, Jentry Barringer and Sawyor Murdick, 6, and Margaret Barrett, 4. Leading scorers for Indian Creek include sisters Gianna and Briley Morelli. Gianna with 15, Briley with 22. Other scorers include Meganlyn Ferguson, 6, Madi Bracken, 2, and Reagan Ferris, 2. The Dragons next play on Saturday, where they will travel to Brebeuf. JV tips off at 12, varsity at 1:30. By Adi Smith / NPHS Sports Communications