Indiana All-Stars fend off junior all-stars

FORTVILLE, Ind. (WANE) – Regardless of a robust problem from each the ladies and boys junior all-star groups, Workforce Indiana got here out on high within the intrastate exhibitions on Wednesday.

Within the women’ recreation, the All-Stars held on late for an 89-86 win, regardless of trailing by double figures for many of the first half. The boys recreation was extra decisive with Workforce Indiana topping the junior All-Stars, 90-75.

Northeast Indiana was well-represented in each the ladies and boys video games. On the ladies aspect, South Aspect’s Olivia Smith suited up for the all-stars, whereas Garrett’s Bailey Kelham and Jay County’s Renna Schwieteman performed on the junior All-Star crew. Schwieterman scored six factors.

Within the boys recreation, Central Noble’s Connor Essegian and Northrop’s Jalen Jackson suited up for the All-Stars. Jackson dropped 10 factors on Wednesday, whereas Essegian left the sport early with an damage.

Workforce Indiana will face the Kentucky All-Stars within the annual all-star basic on Friday at Owensboro, Ky., adopted by a return journey to Southport Fieldhouse on Saturday.