Ladybirds stumble in consolation semis

ASHLAND - Obviously affected by some disheartening news, the North Callaway Ladybirds made a shocking, early exit from the Southern Boone Classic.

Having learned that sophomore guard Elaine Brinker is done for the rest of the season after suffering a knee injury for the second straight year, No. 2 seed North Callaway was ousted from tournament play Wednesday night after suffering a 41-40 loss to No. 8 Father Tolton Catholic in the consolation semifinals.

To help the tornado-stricken people of Dumas and surroundings, donations can be made to the Delta Area Disaster Relief Fund, care of the Delta Area Community Foundation, P.O. Box 894, Dumas, AR, 71639, or through the Arkansas Community Foundation, 700 S. Rock St., Little Rock, AR, 72202.