“Bring it.” “Oh, it’s already brought.” (Photo property Marianne Maja Stenerud)
Any day, any team.
Saturday was a day for upsets in the world of Norwegian pro women’s basketball, as Bergen roared out to a big first-half lead, then held on for dear life to upend Baerum 48-46.
The loss, which came despite another rock-solid performance from Coupeville grad Makana Stone, drops her squad to 10-4 on the season.
Bergen, which lost to Baerum by 32 points just a week ago, is now 3-11.
The difference was the second quarter, as Bergen used a 17-6 tear to push its lead out to 34-20 at the halftime break.
Stone and Co. sliced the lead down, pulling within 39-34 after three quarters, and tying the game up in the fourth.
But this was Bergen’s day, as it hit big shots in the final moments to pull back in front and fend off Baerum.
Stone finished with eight points, a game-high 16 rebounds, three assists, and three steals, while teammate Abbey Hoff led all scorers with 16 points.
The former Wolf ace has racked up 258 points, 169 rebounds, 29 assists, 37 steals, and 10 blocks during her second season of pro ball.
Baerum gets an immediate chance to bounce back, playing Sunday against league-leader Ulriken, which sits atop the seven-team Kvinneligaen at 13-0.
Coupeville Sports 
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