HALFWAY — Imbler rebounded from its first Old Oregon League loss of the season at the hands of Joseph, traveling to Pine Eagle and downing the Spartans, 43-16, on Friday, Jan. 19.

The Panthers’ defense allowed Pine Eagle only four points in the second half. The Imbler offense started the game quickly, putting up 25 points in the first half and led 25-12 at halftime.

Rachael Stirewalt led all scorers in the game with 12 points with Paiten Braseth putting in 10 points and Marlen Rivas ending her night with nine points.

Imbler (14-5 overall, 4-1 1A Old Oregon League) is just outside the top five in the 1A state rankings at sixth. The Panthers will return home on Jan. 26 to host Cove (4-15 overall, 0-5 1A Old Oregon league).

In an earlier meeting this season, Imbler had an easy time of it, rolling over Cove, 57-18, on Jan. 5 in the Cove gym.