Emporia High's girls earned a spot in the Class 5A State tournament for the second year in a row with their 13th straight victory, beating Newton 36-26 on Friday night in their substate championship at Salina Central.
Lexi Hileman scored 10 of her team-leading 12 points during an 18-3 run that helped give the Lady Spartans (18-4) a commanding lead. Hileman was the only player in double figures; Lindy Arndt added nine points, and Alli Armitage had six.
For more coverage of Friday's game, please see Saturday's Gazette.
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