HIAWASSEE -- The Dawson County girls baskeball team pulled away from Union County in the second half to win their first Championship in The Battle of the States Tournament at Towns County, 69-35 on Saturday.
The Lady Tigers (12-1) led 39-30 at halftime but held Union Count to just five points the rest of the way.
Sophomore post Sheyenne Seabolt led the way with 21 points and 10 rebounds. And her three-day performance earned tournament MVP honors. Carly Gilreath also added 17 points and was selected to the All-Tournament team. Ashley Parker also scored 11 points and pulled down six
rebounds.
Dawson County will next play on Jan. 4 against East Hall.