The Comets (7-2) opened Vermilion Valley Conference play on Thursday with a win at Chrisman (62-19) before dropping a 41-40 decision at home on Saturday against St. Joseph-Ogden.

Against Chrisman, Oakwood built a 27-0 lead after one quarter and limited the Cardinals to three first-half baskets.

Katelyn Young scored 17 points and Ashlynn Pinnick had 10 points. Aaliyah Denius hit eight points and Kalie Tison contributed five points.

Against SJ-O, the Comets jumped into a 13-6 lead after one quarter, but fell behind at halftime, 24-23.

Young hit a team-high 22 points. Denius scored 11 and Addie Wright added three points.

Oakwood returns to action tonight at home against Westville.

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