Season Recap -- 1996-1997

Going undefeated would seem unlikely after graduating three starters from Galesburg's third-place team of last season. But with one of those returning starters being Molly Watson, the Silver Streaks were in good hands this season and were a solid contender for the title.

Point guard Molly Watson, bound for DePaul, has directed an almost unstoppable fast break. Watson averaged 19.4 points, 5.5 assists, and 3.7 steals a contest. Galesburg, under the direction of 19-year coach Evan Massey, has won 20 or more games the past 10 seasons.

Forward Jessica Thompson was the other returning starter. Angie Galyean, Melanie Pendergrass, Sarah Larson, and Meg Sherwood all were key components to the Streaks' team. Freshman forward Megan Pacheco was the team's most physical player.

Galesburg won games by an average score of 71-42.

-Mac Ioder of the Peoria Journal Star

96-97 Season File

96-97 Varsity Results and Final Big Six Standings
96-97 Sophomore Results and Final Big Six Standings
Favorite Streaks player.
96-97 inside scoop
96-97 state tournament notebook