Women's Basketball Picks Up Win Against Broome

McKiea Weekes makes a move to the hoop.  She finished with 18 points and 20 rebounds.
McKiea Weekes makes a move to the hoop. She finished with 18 points and 20 rebounds.

The women's basketball team improved to 4-1 in Region 3 play with a 70-53 victory over Broome Community College.  The Lady Raiders are currently second in the Region 3 standings.

FM used a big second quarter outscoring their opponent 29-18.  Broome made a comeback late in the contest, but it wasn't enough.

DiAsia DeBoue led FM once again with 23 points, 11 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals.  She is averaging 16 points per game for the Raiders.  McKiea Weekes finished with a double-double.  She recorded 20 rebounds and 18 points.  Niaimani Marshall recorded 14 points and Niasia Phillips finished with 11. 

FM will travel to North Country on Wednesday for a crucial Region 3 matchup.  Both teams have a 4-1 regional record heading into the contest.  Game time is set for 5:00 p.m.