The Eskomos preach patience. It worked to perfection against the Wildcats and their 2-3 zone Wednesday night at Mariucci Arena.

A deliberate Esko (26-5) squad closed the game on a 10-2 run, surprising No. 5-ranked New London-Spicer (24-6) 39-35

“They executed the game plan to perfection,” Esko coach Scott Antonutti said. “I think they understood what we were doing. I just wanted to win.”

Senior guard Erika Shady’s only basket, a three-pointer with just over two minutes to play, provided the Eskomos the lead for good at 35-33.

“She is a senior who is totally unselfish,” Antonutti said. “We talk about persevering, and waiting for your time to come. She did that tonight.”

Taylor Thunstedt scored 24 points for the Wildcats.

RON HAGGSTROM


Photo gallery: Esko 39, New London-Spicer 35