Semifinals Game 1.
SAN FRANCISCO- The Valkyries secured their first game of the semifinals round, defeating the Aces 71-60. From the start, GSV came out as a defensive unit and made a statement on the boards, outrebounding the Aces 52-25 and being able to convert 20 points off second-chance opportunities. Overall, the Valkyries shot 38% FG, 29% 3PT along with 27 points from the bench and 34 points in the paint.
STANDOUTS OF THE GAME- Kiah Stokes, Kayla Thornton, and Gabby Williams.
Kiah Stokes led the Valkyries’ unstoppable effort on the boards tonight with 14 rebounds (7 DR, 7 OR) along with 4 blocks, making her presence known in the paint. Kayla Thornton was another hostile go-getter on boards with 11 rebounds (5 OR, 6 DR) and 8 points (3/9 FG). Lastly, Gabby Williams started hot with 18 points at the end of the half to help push the lead over the Aces. Williams ended the night with a double-double, scoring 25 points (9/18 FG, 4/7 3PT) on top of 11 rebounds and 5 assists.
NEXT UP- The Valkyries will face the Aces for Game 2 of the Semifinals this Wednesday, October 7th at 6:30PM PT.