Both teams fought with a determination and spirit that caused their fans in the gallery to shout themselves hoarse.

The juniors made some plays little short of marvellous, and five minutes before the last half was over the score stood 8 to 6 in favor of the sophomores.
"This game will end in a tie if they're not careful," exclaimed Hippy.
"No, Nora has the ball! She'll score if anyone can! Put her home, Nora!" he yelled excitedly.
Nora was about to make one of the lightning goal throws for which she was noted, when like a flash Miriam Nesbit seized the ball from her, and attempted to make the play herself.

But her aim was inaccurate.

The ball flew wide of the basket and was seized by a junior guard.

The tie seemed inevitable.
A groan went up from the gallery.