Atlantic had a 21-9 advantage in the fourth quarter to pull away for a 49-33 home victory over Creston in girls hoops on Monday night. The Trojans held a four point lead at the end of the third and were aggressive to the basket in the fourth to earn the win. Atlantic head coach Dan Vargason thought the defensive effort was great.

Jada Jensen had a big night with 19 points. Madison Huddleson and Aubrey Guyer both added 12. Guyer was big down the stretch with 10 of her points in the fourth quarter. Atlantic went 8-10 at the free throw line in the fourth quarter as well. Coach Vargason talked about Guyer’s big boost.

The Trojans improve to 12-4 on the season and will be right back at it on Tuesday with a trip to Shenandoah.

Creston was led by 11 points from Doryn Paup and 8 from Ella Turner. The Panthers drop to 4-11 on the season and will head to Glenwood on Tuesday night.