The Chix opened OK Green conference play by hosting their neighbors Zeeland West Friday night in front of a big, energetic crowd, with the Coop and the Swamp out in full force supporting their teams.  The Chix jumped out early, taking a 3 point lead after the first quarter.  The Chix added to their lead in the second quarter, aided by an Adam Cassel 3 pointer at the halftime buzzer to lead by 7 at halftime 29-22.  The Chix kept the momentum going in the 3rd quarter, pushing their lead up to 16 points, punctuated by a Brandon Claerbaut dunk late in the quarter before the Dux mounted their comeback.  The Dux knocked down some big shots in the fourth quarter, including a 3 point shot to trim the Chix lead to 2 points with just under 6 seconds to play, but the Chix held on for a 49-47 win.

The Chix were led in scoring by Brandon Claerbaut, who scored 12 of his 15 points in the 2nd half.  Brandon also added 5 assists.  Adam Cassel had a huge first-half scoring all of his 9 points on for the game on 3 three-point shots.  Adam also added 2 steals and played great defense.  Nate Claerbaut scored 9 points and grabbed 7 boards, Trip Riemersma had 6 points and 5 rebounds and Ethan Houghtaling and Davis Courtright each chipped in with 5 points.

The Chix have an overall record of 5-2, with a 1-0 record in the OK Green.  The Chix are back in action Tuesday night as they host Byron Center.  Game time will be around 7 pm, right after the JV game.