The Effingham Lady Hearts notched their sixth straight win to open the season, posting a 38-34 road victory Tuesday night at Taylorville.

And doing so despite a cold shooting night.

The Lady Hearts made just 13-of-47 shots, an icy 28 percent. That included 4-of-19 from three-point range.

But they made enough to open their Apollo Conference schedule with a win.

Effingham jumped out to a 15-6 lead after the opening eight minutes, but made just one shot in the second period. Taylorville took advantage and went on a 9-2 run to close within 17-15 at intermission.

The game remained close throughout the second half. The Lady Hearts were still up two, 27-25, after three quarters and outscored the Lady Tornados 11-9 in the final period to secure the victory.

Meredith Schaefer led EHS with 18 points. Madison Mapes added nine.

The Lady Hearts are now 6-0 on the young season. They will play a non-conference game Saturday at North Clay.