James Wood girls cruise in tournament semifinals

WINCHESTER — The James Wood girls' basketball team cruised to a victory in semifinals of the James Wood Holiday Tournament on Friday at Shirley Gymnasium, rolling past Independence 65-23.

The Colonels (6-1), who led 29-8 at halftime, will face Riverside in today's championship game at 3 p.m. Riverside defeated Jefferson (W.Va.) 45-38. Jefferson and Independence will play in the consolation game at 11 a.m.

James Wood leaders: Makayla Firebaugh 24 points; Brenna Prunty 14 points.