Marion Lilly had seven steal, including four in key stretch during the third and fourth quarters that allowed River to open 3A GSHL play with a win.
“She just took over the game defensively and helped put it away for us,” River coach Carl Click said.
Lilly’s steals led to layups, helping her score a game-high 13 points. Ellie Walker and Megan Bloom added nine each for River.
Christina Lundy scored 13 for Mountain View, which opened the game with an 8-0 lead before River closed the quarter with a 13-1 run.
COLUMBIA RIVER 48, MOUNTAIN VIEW 42
MOUNTAIN VIEW — Emilly Moore 6, Christina Lundy 13, Jenna Gulliford 3, Kendra Bahr 2, Samantha Smith 0, Sydney Sullivan 0, McKenzie Boles 1, Bailey Gaspar 6, Hailey Hartney 11. Totals 13 (5) 11-15 42.
COLUMBIA RIVER — Ana Delgadillo 0, Marion Lilly 13, Kate Kraft 4, Teaghan Cowles 4, Joey Fox 0, Molly Bosch 0, Jenna Joy 2, Holli Jo Chose 5, Megan Bloom 9, Ellie Walker 9, Morgan Anthony 2, Katie Anthony 0, Alyce Noble-Allen 0. Totals 18 (0) 12-20 48.
Mt. View 9 13 7 13–42
C. River 13 12 12 11–48
JV — Mountain View 41-26; C — Columbia River won.
