Macy Iwanus led the Panthers to victory. Photo by Jim Piacentini.

The Lady Panthers came out with fire in their eyes on Monday, February 3, against the Streator Bulldogs. Manteno had a commanding 17-7 lead by the end of the first quarter, and there was no stopping them. At the half, with another commanding quarter in the books, the Panthers posted a 39-15 advantage. The second half was much the same, as the Lady Panthers out-scored the Lady Bulldogs 29-17 and took the win, 68-32.  

Manteno was led by Maddie Gesky with 14 points, 7 offensive rebounds, and 5 defensive rebounds. Also scoring were Macy Iwanus, with 11 points, including going 3-for-6 from 3-point range, along with 4 steals, plus Emily Horath, also with 11 points, 5 offensive rebounds, and 7 defensive rebounds. 

The Lady Panthers currently are 21-4 overall and 11-1 in ICE.