In their first meeting of the season, Juanita edged out cross town rival Lake Washington 52-40 on Wednesday evening at Finn Hill Junior High in Kirkland.

The Kangs held the early lead, by one point, at the end of the first quarter. The Lady Rebels found their rhythm in the second quarter, to take the lead with 15 points for a 26-22 game.

A close third quarter kept Juanita in the lead, but Lake Washington battled for 12 points, while keeping the Rebels from running away with just 13 points. But in the fourth quarter Juanita sealed their win, as strong defense held Lake Washington to six points, while the Rebels earned another 13.

Kate Cryderman had 25 points for Juanita during the game, a season high, while Petyon Wozeniak posted 12 for  the Kangs. Molly Grager put up 14 for Juanita, Mikayla Jones added six, Winnie Levit had four and Bre Carter had three.

Hunter Hopkins was slowed by Juanita, earning seven points during the game, while teammate Whitney Dunlap posted six, as did Sara Wilson. Senior captain Cassie Lively had five and Margo Lynott added four.

Lake Washington will travel to Mount Si on Friday, Dec. 9 for a 6:30 p.m. game, while Juanita will prepare to take on Liberty at home on Friday at 6:30 p.m.