Staff reports
Holy Family's girls basketball teams didn't have many answers for some long-range shooting by Mullen High School in the 4A semifinal round March 18.
The Mustangs made five of seven from the 3-point line in the second quarter and went on to a 75-50 win on the Tigers' floor.
Mullen advanced to Sunday's state title game against Windsor. The loss, HFHS' first in 12 games, ended the Tigers' chances of a second straight state championship.
The Mustangs outscored Holy Family 27-7 in the second quarter to put the game out of reach. Megan Pohs, who finsihed with 23 points, hit two of her five, 3-point baskets in the second period. Gracie Gallegos added 16, for Mullen, while Kilah Freelon tossed in 10.
The Mustangs were 10-for-17 from beyond the arc.
The Tigers finished with a 13-2 record. Sophomore Fiona Snashall scored 22 points over the last three quarters, including 11 in the third period. Daniella Hren had six points.