Illinois Springfield recap
Mary Barton became the first Maryville player to score at least 30 points in consecutive games but Illinois Springfield spoiled the senior's efforts with an 85-80 win over the Saints. After pouring in 33 points Thursday at Lewis, she recorded 30 points Saturday against the Prairie Stars. Abby Monis notched a double-double with 22 points and 13 rebounds.
 
What Happened
The Saints edged out to a 14-12 lead after the first quarter but UIS took a 34-32 lead at halftime. The Prairie Stars built a 47-36 edge before the Saints closed the gap. Jayda Jansen and Barton scored back-to-back jumpers. Two free throws by Barton trimmed the deficit to 47-42 with four minutes left in the third quarter. The hosts took a 55-47 edge into the final 10 minutes.
 
Down by 10, Abby Monis scored inside, and UU Longs drilled a 3-pointer to bring the Saints to 64-59 with 5:27 left. Maryville did not let the Prairie Stars build a double-digit lead and stayed within striking range. The Saints made one more push when Barton rained in a triple, and jumper by Jansen brought the UIS lead down to 72-69 at the 1:23 mark. However, the Prairie Stars held the advantage by sinking five of their next six free throws to close out the game.
 
Barton nearly notched a double-double as she added nine rebounds and four steals to her 30-point outing. Jansen added 13 points to the Maryville attack.
 
Statistical Leaders
Points: Mary Barton – 30
Rebounds: Abby Monis – 13
Assists: Hunter Stidham – 4
Steals: Mary Barton – 4
3-Pointers: Mary Barton and Hunter Stidham – 2
Blocks: three players – 1
 
Records
Maryville: 13-10, 8-8 GLVC
Illinois Springfield: 9-15, 4-12 GLVC
 
What's Next?
The Saints are back at home in Moloney Arena when they host Indianapolis Thursday, Feb. 20, in a 5:15 p.m. contest.