The North Platte Lady Knights improved their season record by defeating Hastings College JV 76-70 at McDonald Belton gymnasium on Wednesday night.

The Lady Knights were led by sophomore April Stull, who had a career high 32 points before fouling out late in the game.  Stull also added 11 rebounds on the night.  The only other Lady Knight who scored in double figures was sophomore Aliyah Brown with 11 points.

Defense was the key to the game, according to Lady Knight Head Coach Richard Thurin.  The Lady Knights ended up with 17 steals led by freshman Whitney Edwards with 5 and Brown and Stull with 4 each.

The Lady Knights shot 34 percent the first half compared to the Lady Broncos 52 percent but only trailed by 1 at intermission 32-33.    Thanks to solid defense and fast breaks the Lady Knights opened up to an 11 point lead with 11:30 left in the game.  Hastings College clawed their way back into the game to pull within 2 with 3:30 left to play.

The Lady Broncos were led in scoring by Maria Van Kirk with 24, Jordan Johnson with 15, and Amy Schmelzer with 14.

The Lady Knights return to action on Saturday, November 15, against Colby Community College at home.  Tip- off is at 6:00.