New Philadelphia dismissed Lexington by a 47-27 count at Lexington High on Dec. 20 in Ohio girls high school basketball action.

The first quarter gave New Philadelphia a 16-5 lead over Lexington.

The Quakers opened a lopsided 23-7 gap over the Minutemen at halftime.

New Philadelphia roared to a 47-18 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Minutemen managed a 9-0 rally in the final quarter, yet the die was already cast.

In recent action on Dec. 10, Lexington faced off against Ashland and New Philadelphia took on Dover on Dec. 10 at Dover High School.

Check out our complete girls basketball roundup to stay up-to-date on all the action.

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