The Basketball Manitoba Women's Summer League wrapped up it's third season last Thursday with the University of Winnipeg claiming the Gold Medal for the first time holding off the defending champions All Stars 1 by a final score of 71-67. The tightly contested game provided plenty of excitement and when the dust settled the Wesmen came out victorious led by Stephanie Kleysen's 18 points while Kelsey Solarchuk and Lauren "The Big L" Anderson chipped in 16 and 14 points respectively. The All Stars 1 were led by Yadilli Okumabua's 20 point effort along with Heather Hildebrandt and JoAnn Wells dropped 11 points each. Capturing the Bronze Medal, the Team Manitoba 17U girls team had their highest finish ever in the league defeating the All Stars 2 by a score of 58 - 48. Emily Potter led the way for the 17U scoring 24 points while Montana Kinzel added 12 to the winning effort. The All Stars 2 were led by Kait Flett and Melanie Schlichter with 15 and 12 points respectively. Alyssa Grant was named the Summer League's most outstanding player for her efforts over the whole season. Congratulations Alyssa! Thanks to all the teams for another great season in the Summer League!
Summer League MVP Alyssa Grant
Members of the 2012 Basketball Manitoba Summer League - Winnipeg Wesmen
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