Jackson, Missouri – The Dexter Lady ‘Cats basketball team traveled to Jackson on Monday evening and were defeated by the Lady Indians by a score of 60 – 45.

Dexter came out strong in the first period leading the Indians.  Jackson scored five unanswered points in the beginning of the second period to move ahead and lead the rest of the half. At the end of the first period Dexter lead by one point 9-8.

In the second quarter the Jackson Indians outscored Dexter putting them in contention for the win.  At the half Jackson lead by four 17-13.

Krysten Garrison paced the Lady Cats with 13 points. 

Melanie McKuin and Cheyenne Mosby each finished in double digits adding 11 points each to the scoreboard. 

Garrison hit three treys and McKuin added one 3-pointer.

Dexter (14-9) will conclude their regular season on Thursday at Sikeston.  The Lady ‘Cats are seeded first with Sikeston seeded second in the Class 4, District 1 Girls Basketball Tournament.

In junior varsity action the Lady Indians defeated Dexter 35-18.  Cheyenne Mosby recorded 6 points for the Bearcats.

Final Score Jackson 60, Dexter 45

Dexter     9   13   17    6  -  45

Jackson   8  17   22  13  -  60