Lady Pirates double up Merritt in first round of 2A State Tourney

OKLAHOMA CITY – The top-ranked Dale Lady Pirates caused a massive disruption to the Merritt Oilerettes’ offensive flow and coasted to a 66-33 rout Thursday afternoon in the first round of the Class 2A State Tournament at Jim Norick Arena. Dale forced 23 Merritt turnovers, several of which led to some transition baskets.