Parting words on Sterling 'curse'

Here's Ryan Pierce, Freeport girls basketball coach, on the Sterling curse:

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Courtney Shiffer agreed with her coach:

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Katie Norman added this:

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Region IV sewed up

The Highland womens basketball team, in all likelihood, clinched the No. 1 spot in the Region IV tournament.

That's a huge advantage for the Cougars, especially considering the team will be on its on home court. Highland has a shot of winning the Region IV title since 2006.

It's possible that the Cougars could be good enough to reach the National Tournament if it keeps up the offense and defense. Jackie Barton appears to be in better health after her 21-point performance against Carl Sandburg. She scored 10 against Kennedy-King, while her teammates, point guard Alexi Tann and forward Mallory Magee also have been very important to the team's success.