Tuesday, February 19, 2008


Congratulations to the Newark Lady Norsemen for making it to the Final Four downstate! The Lady Norsemen jumped out to a big lead within the first quarter and cruised to their first ever Super Sectional Championship. Newark (25-7) outscored Warren (16-15) 19-4 in the first quarter. The tough defense played by the Lady Norsemen controlled the game. Other highlights include Laura Johnson scoring a game-high of 29 points, and Sammi Larson bringing down 12 rebounds for the Lady Norsemen. The Ladies are headed to Redbird Arena to face Moweaqua on Friday, 2/22 at noon. Best of Luck Ladies as you continue to make history!

Click the following link to view the article "Lady Norsemen's season will conclude at Redbird, too" from the Ottawa Times.

View the article "School History" from the Beacon News.

View Additional Photos from the game.

Directions to Redbird Arena, Illinois State University.


Super Sectional Championship video courtesy of Roger Sanders