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Lawrence Today
By the People, for the People
Girls Varsity Basketball Defeats Olathe East 46-37
Two players score above their averages in the win.
Published on Feb. 14, 2026
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The Shawnee Mission East girls' varsity basketball team defeated Olathe East 46-37 in a game where two players scored higher than their typical point averages. Senior Fina Kessler scored 17 points and junior Coco Reiser scored 14 points to lead the Lancers to victory.
Why it matters
The win against a conference rival is an important boost for the Lancers' season as they look to make a strong playoff push. The team's ability to overcome an early deficit and rally for the victory demonstrates their resilience and teamwork.
The details
The Lancers trailed Olathe East 13-1 at the end of the first quarter, but were able to cut the deficit to 25-20 by halftime. In the third quarter, Reiser scored 6 points to help the Lancers take the lead at 33-31. The Lancers then pulled away in the fourth quarter to win 46-37.
- The game was played on February 10, 2026.
- The Lancers' next game is scheduled for February 17, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. against Lawrence Free State.
The players
Fina Kessler
A senior on the Shawnee Mission East girls' varsity basketball team who scored 17 points in the win over Olathe East.
Coco Reiser
A junior on the Shawnee Mission East girls' varsity basketball team who scored 14 points in the win over Olathe East.
What’s next
The Lancers will look to build on this win as they prepare to face Lawrence Free State on February 17th.
The takeaway
The Lancers' ability to overcome an early deficit and rally for the victory against a conference rival demonstrates the team's resilience and potential to make a strong playoff push this season.
