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Baker Girls Basketball Defeats The Dalles After Key Win Over La Grande
Bulldogs rally from early deficit to win 65-50 in nonleague game, setting up chance to clinch GOL title
Published on Feb. 15, 2026
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The Baker girls basketball team, ranked third in the state, defeated The Dalles 65-50 in a nonleague game on Saturday, just a day after a big 75-57 win over rival La Grande. The Bulldogs rallied from an early 33-29 deficit in the third quarter, going on an 11-0 run to take the lead for good. Baker can clinch the regular season Greater Oregon League title and a playoff berth with a win over Ontario on Thursday.
Why it matters
The back-to-back wins over La Grande and The Dalles demonstrate the Bulldogs' strength and resilience as they push towards the playoffs. Clinching the GOL title would be a major accomplishment for the team.
The details
After falling behind 33-29 early in the third quarter, Baker went on an 11-0 run sparked by a 3-pointer from Gracie Spike. The Bulldogs then extended their lead with a 12-1 run that continued into the fourth period, taking control of the game. Mary Schwartz had a key steal and assist during the run.
- The game against The Dalles was played on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
- The Bulldogs defeated La Grande 75-57 in a key GOL game the previous day, on Friday, February 13, 2026.
- Baker can clinch the regular season GOL title and a playoff berth by beating Ontario on Thursday, February 19, 2026.
The players
Gracie Spike
A player for the Baker Bulldogs girls basketball team who hit a key 3-pointer to give Baker the lead for good in the third quarter.
Mary Schwartz
A player for the Baker Bulldogs girls basketball team who had a crucial steal and assist during Baker's 12-1 run in the third and fourth quarters.
Molly Rasmussen
A player for the Baker Bulldogs girls basketball team who scored on an offensive rebound during Baker's 11-0 run in the third quarter.
What’s next
Baker can clinch the regular season GOL title and a playoff berth by beating Ontario on Thursday, February 19, 2026.
The takeaway
The back-to-back wins over La Grande and The Dalles demonstrate the Baker Bulldogs girls basketball team's strength and resilience as they push towards the playoffs. Clinching the GOL title would be a major accomplishment for the team.
