A fast start carried Kelso to the 3A Greater St. Helens League win.
The Hilanders made three 3-pointers in a first quarter that included a 10-0 run for the host team. Kelso led 18-5 after one quarter and 30-13 at halftime.
Despite the loss, the Eagles clinched a spot in the district tournament as a result of Fort Vancouver’s loss to Mountain View.
KELSO 45, HUDSON’S BAY 32
HUDSON’S BAY — Traci Crollard 2, Lauren Urke 3, Charli Torres 5, Cierra Ramsey 0, Bailey Freeman 6, KayCee Jones 0, Lynnese Harrell 8, Paris Collins 8. Totals 11 (1) 9-17 32.
KELSO — Kailynn Rae 3, Taylor Flick 5, Brianna Sorenson 1, Jamilee Iddings 9, Sierra Richards 10, Taylor Leach 0, Sara Peterson 2, Loryn Musgrove 7, Kady Bruce 4, Brianna Salberg 2, Kalena Gustin 2. Totals 17 (3) 6-19 45.