The Lady Eagles opened postseason play with an impressive quarterfinal victory before falling in the regional semi-finals, finishing the season with a strong 21-11 record.
Regional Quarterfinal
Newton 61, Flora 32
Newton came out aggressive against the Flora Wolf Gals, building a 23-16 first-quarter lead. A dominant second quarter defensively held Flora to just four points, and Newton never looked back.
Balanced scoring and relentless defensive pressure fueled the 61-32 win.
🔹 Newton Scoring
- Claire Probst (Jr.) – 19 points
- Maddie Brummer (So.) – 18 points
- Allie Hermann (Jr.) – 11 points
- Alani Bergbower (Jr.) – 5 points
- Grace Schumacher (Jr.) – 4 points
- Izabel Meinhart (Sr.) – 4 points
🔹 Other Key Stats
Rebounds
- Hermann – 10
- Brummer – 6
Assists
- Probst – 6
- Hermann – 5
- Bergbower – 2
Steals
- Hermann – 7
- Probst – 5
- Bergbower – 2
- Schumacher – 2
Newton improved to 21-10 with the victory.
Regional Semi-Final
Mt. Carmel 59, Newton 28
The Lady Eagles’ season came to an end against the Mt. Carmel Lady Aces.
Mt. Carmel used a strong third quarter to create separation. Newton continued to compete but struggled offensively against the Lady Aces’ pressure.
🔹 Newton Scoring
- Alani Bergbower (Jr.) – 9 points
- Maddie Brummer (So.) – 7 points
- Allie Hermann (Jr.) – 4 points
- Izabel Meinhart (Sr.) – 3 points
- Claire Probst (Jr.) – 3 points
- Grace Schumacher (Jr.) – 2 points
🔹 Other Stats
Rebounds
- Probst – 7
- Hermann – 6
- Schumacher – 4
- Brummer – 4
Assists
- Schumacher – 3
Steals
- Probst – 2
- Hermann – 2
Season Reflection
Newton closes the year at 21-11 overall, highlighted by junior leadership and the steady presence of senior Izabel Meinhart, who provided experience and composure throughout the season.
Head Coach Harris reflected:
“I am so proud of this team and what they accomplished this year. Thankful for Izzy and the leadership she provided this year. We wish her the best as she continues her education beyond high school. This was a fun group to coach, and I am excited to see what they accomplish next year.”
Another strong season for the Lady Eagles program — and plenty to build on heading into next winter.
