Hodag Highlights: Lady Hodags break through with dominant week

The Rhinelander High School girls basketball team emphatically ended their three-game skid last week with a pair of commanding home victories that showcased their defensive intensity and balanced scoring attack.
Monday, January 27: Rhinelander 72, Tomahawk 33
The Hodags wasted little time shaking off their losing streak in a makeup game postponed from earlier due to weather. After a competitive start, Rhinelander found its rhythm and surged to a 34-15 halftime advantage.
The second half belonged entirely to the home team, which cranked up both the pace and defensive pressure. The Hodags’ relentless effort resulted in a staggering 33 turnovers—matching Tomahawk’s entire point total—as Rhinelander cruised to the 72-33 victory.
Freshman Teagan Clark paced the Hodags with a game-high 30 points, while her sister Aubryn added 21 and Vivian Lamers chipped in 14.

Friday, January 31: Rhinelander 74, Antigo 18
The Hodags carried their momentum into Friday’s contest against Antigo, deploying full-court pressure from the opening tip. The aggressive defensive scheme paid immediate dividends, creating turnovers that translated into easy transition baskets.
Rhinelander built an overwhelming 43-12 halftime lead, allowing the coaching staff to empty the bench in the second half. The reserves made the most of their opportunity, outscoring Antigo 31-6 after the break to secure the 74-18 triumph.