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DeBoue Propels FM Past Herkimer

DeBoue controls the offense against Herkimer.  She led with 28 points to secure the victory.
DeBoue controls the offense against Herkimer. She led with 28 points to secure the victory.

The women's basketball team hosted North Country and Herkimer in the Raiders Den.  On Thursday, FM fell to North Country 68-49, but bounced back on Friday for a 64-46 victory over the Herkimer Generals.

FM took a 19-18 lead with 6 minutes left in the first half, but the Saints closed out the half leading 35-23. The Lady Raiders offense got off to a slow start in the second half and North Country took advantage outscoring the Raiders 23-9 in the third quarter. Niaimani Marshall was the only FM player in double figures with 24 points and 11 rebounds.

Against Herkimer, the Lady Raiders dominated.  McKiea Weekes sparked a 36-20 halftime lead and DiAsia DeBoue led the offense to a 64-46 victory.  She finished with 28 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists.  Niaimani Marshall had 20 points, 7 rebounds and 6 steals.  

The Lady Raiders finish up their final week of regular season play.  They travel to Clinton on Sunday and host Hudson Valley at home on Wednesday.