Check out the recaps for SOL girls’ basketball teams in action Friday.
PLYMOUTH WHITEMARSH 43, LINCOLN 38
The Colonials are 2-for-2 in thrillers.
For the second time in as many days, PW won a nailbiter after Lincoln battled back to knot the score at 38 late in the game. The Colonials buried some clutch foul shots down the stretch, connecting on 9 of 10 from the foul line in the fourth quarter. Kenna Winland buried 3 of 4 from the line in the closing minutes.
Lincoln boasted a front court that measured in at 5-11, 6-1, and 6-2, but the Colonials negated that height advantage by forcing 21 turnovers.
Key players: Eliza Meersman led the Colonials with 16 points, which included a 7-for-8 effort at the foul line. She also had 14 rebounds – five offensive – to complete an impressive double-double. She also had four steals. Grace Harvey added 11 points (5-for-6 at the free throw line), four rebounds and six steals. Kenna Winland contributed five points and five assists.
PW coach Dan Dougherty:
–On the game: “We had no answer at times for Lincoln’s number 21, she was the reason they tied game in the fourth; she was dominant at both ends of the floor
“We could very easily be 0-2 and feel very lucky to have come away from these games 2-0. The girls really hung tough, stuck together both games – I’m proud of them.”
–Props: “Eliza Meersman had another solid game. In the first half, Liv Patete scored nine points, sparking a run at end of second quarter to put us up 11. We came unraveled in the fourth quarter. They eventually tied it at 38 with two minutes to go. Kenna Winland was our hero today, sinking 3-of-4 at free throw line in the closing minutes to give us the lead back. The team was 9-for-10 from free throw line in the fourth.”
Up next: Plymouth Whitemarsh (2-0) will travel to Quakertown for Tuesday’s Sol opener.
Lincoln 9-8-11-10 38
Plymouth Whitemarsh 11-17-8-7 43
Lincoln (38) – Makayla Taylor-Haynes 1 0-0 2; I.Butler 1 1-2 3; Mackenzie King 1 0-2 2; Haja Lewis 10 2-5 22; Simone Smith 3 0-0 7; Saaliyah Allen-Wright 1 0-0 2; TOTALS 18 3-9 38.
Plymouth Whitemarsh (43) – Liv Patete 4 0-0 9; Kenna Winland1 3-4 5; Eliza Meersman 5 7-8 16; Brooke Peduzzi 1 0-0 2; Grace Harvey 3 5-6 11; TOTALS 15 15-21 43.
3-point goals: Lincoln –.Smith; PW – Meersman, Patete.
UPPER DUBLIN 75, ALTOONA 32
The Flying Cardinals took the suspense out of this one in a hurry.
Sparked by six points from three different players – three 2s by Tamia Clark and two 3s each by Megan Ngo and Emilia Coleman – the Cards opened up a 20-2 first-quarter lead on their way to the no-doubt-about it win.
Key players: Tamia Clark and Emilia Coleman led UD with 15 points each. Clark also had 10 rebounds, two assists and two steals. Coleman also had six rebounds, two assists, two steals and two blocked shots. Ella Morris scored 13 points, which included four 3-pointers. She also had two assists. Megan Ngo added 12 points, which included four 3-pointers. She also had six assists and two steals.
Upper Dublin coach Morgan Funsten:
–On the game: “Unfortunately, Altoona was missing their best player because of injury, but without her on Monday night, we watched them beat a team that was in the 5A state semis last year. Our girls have gotten off to a great start in each of our first two games and got out to a 31-2 lead halfway through the second quarter.”
–Props: “We are really playing at a high level on both ends of the floor. We made 10 threes in the first half and had really balanced scoring again with five different players in double figures. Tamia Clark led the way with a double-double. Emilia Coleman and Megan Ngo are doing a great job as leaders of this team making sure the team is working hard in practice and preparing for games. Our goal is to be able to consistently play at a high level the entire year, and this group is off to a great start.”
Up next: Upper Dublin (2-0) will travel to Wissahickon for Tuesday’s SOL opener.
Altoona 2-10-9-11 32
Upper Dublin 20-26-19-10 75
Altoona (32) – Nora Harzbacker 1 0-0 2; Achiera Cuspart 1 2-2 4; Zaelinh Nguyen Moore 2 1-2 5; Eva Buck 1 0-0 3; Alannah Heyward 10-0 2; Raylin Eger 4 1-1 9; Kharisma Davis 2 3-3 7; TOTALS 12 7-8 32.
Upper Dublin (75) – Shannon Connaughton 1 0-0 2; Bridget DiMartile 1 0-0 2; Tamia Clark 7 0-0 15; Megan Ngo 4 0-0 12; Lexi Ngo 3 3-3 10; Emilia Coleman 5 1-2 15; Caroline Stoffel 1 0-0 2; Ella Morris 5 0-0 13; Julia Scullen 1 0-0 2; Ryniah Sharpe 1 0-0 2; TOTALS 29 4-5 75.
3-point goals: UD – Megan Ngo 4, Emilia Coleman 4, Ella Morris 3, Tamia Clark, Lexi Ngo; A – Zaelinh Nguyen-Moore.
HATBORO-HORSHAM 42, HARRY S TRUMAN 22
The Hatters led 12-6 after one quarter and upped their advantage to 21-11 at halftime on their way to the convincing non-league win.
Key players: Izzie Allen’s double-double (18 points, 12 boards) led the Hatters. Angelica Visceglia added 14 points, including a pair of 3s.
Hatboro-Horsham associate head coach Nicole Miletto: “We struggled a little in the first half to really get going. Our shots weren’t falling, and we were off balance.
“We were a little short-handed tonight and got some younger girls some chances.”
–Props: “Senior Mia Fisher hit some big shots for us in the first half. Senior Izzie Allen had a game high 18 points and 12 big boards for us. Junior Ang Visceglia added 14 points and did a nice job controlling the tempo. She again handled the pressure the aggressive guards from Truman. Junior Cora Saxer tipped a lot of balls for us and gave us lots of opportunities for rebounds.”
Up next: Hatboro-Horsham (2-0) will host Abington in Tuesday’s SOL opener, and Harry S Truman will host Pennsbury Tuesday.
Harry S Truman 6-5-9-2 22
Hatboro-Horsham 12-9-15-6 42
Harry S Truman (22) – Natane Smith 2 2-4 6; Kasia Jones 1 2-8 4; Avery Friel 2 0-0 4; Alivia Braley 0 4-8 4; Julia Sokkolowska 1 0-0 2; TOTALS 7 8-20 22.
Hatboro-Horsham (42) – Izzie Allen 8 1-4 18; Angelica Visceglia 5 2-4 14; Mia Fisher 4 0-0 8; Sarah Gleason 1 0-3 2; Bella Lowande 0 0-2 0; TOTALS 18 3-13 42.
3-point goals: HH – Angelica Visceglia 2, Izzie Allen.
Owen J Roberts Tip-off Tournament
BENSALEM 57, NORRISTOWN 17
Grace McShane had another huge offensive night for the Owls.
On the heels of her career high 31 points, McShane buried four 3s and two two-point baskets for 16 first-quarter points that led the Owls to commanding 21-2 lead after one quarter. McShane led all scorers with 22 points.
Bensalem took a 33-4 lead into halftime on their way to the big win.
Key players: Grace McShane’s 22 points led all scorers. Jordyn Bell, Sydney Daut and Kaleaya Wingate each added eight points.
Bensalem coach Steve Johnson: “It was a nice team win. We had the opportunity for everyone on our roster to get some minutes. Big props to our sharp shooting sophomore Kaleaya Wingate for her first varsity points. We are excited to be able to play tomorrow in a championship game against a strong WC Rustin team.”
Up next: Bensalem (2) will face West Chester Rustin in Saturday’s title game.
Norristown 2-2-6-7 17
Bensalem 21-12-11-13 57
Norristown (17) – De’Yani Jones 3, Sinte McCoy 2, Olivia Anderson 4, Adrianna Golstein 4,Alaiah Hill 4.
Bensalem (57) – Kamiya Alexander 2 0-0 4; Mary Beck 1 0-0 2; Grace McShane 8 2-2 22; Jordyn Bell 3 0-0 8; Kylie O’Neil 2 0-0 5; Sydney Daut 1 6-6 8; Kaleaya Wingate 3 0-0 8.
3-point goals: N – De’Yani Jones; B – Grace McShane 4, Jordyn Bell 2, Kaleaya Wingate 2, Kylie O’Neil.
DELAWARE COUNTY CHRISTIAN 39, COUNCIL ROCK NORTH 38
The Indians trailed 15-12 at halftime and found themselves on the short end of a 30-24 score entering the final quarter when they made a run.
Ella Carroll sparked the Indians in the quarter, scoring eight of her 10 points in the frame, and Lauren Smith buried a three-pointer, but their comeback attempt came up just short.
Carroll’s 10 points led a balanced Rock North attack while Julia Koval had nine, Lauren Smith had eight and Brynn Rodgers added seven.
Dominique Good’s 17-point effort led Delco while Ella Stinger had 12 points, including three 3-pointers.
Council Rock North coach Jack Kelly:
–On the game: “Credit to Coach Godino and Delco Christian on a well-played game. He did a great job making adjustments and putting his players in a position to succeed. We knew Dominique Good was a dynamic point guard, and we knew Ella Stinger was as good a shooter as we will see this season – both played great games for them and have very bright futures.
“Ultimately, for us, we had too many missed opportunities and lapses fundamentally. However, we believe this type of game will be good long-term for our young team, and we hope it will be a good learning opportunity to grow from.”
Up next: Council Rock North (1-1) will host Bensalem in Tuesday’s SOL opener.
Council Rock North 6-6-12-14 38
Delaware County Christian 7-8-15-9 39
Council Rock North (38) Rachael Hofman 0 0-2 0; Haley Cruz 1 1-2 4; Lauren Smith 2 2-2 8; Brynn Rodgers 2 1-4 7; Julia Koval 3 2-3 9; Ella Carroll 4 1-1 10; TOTALS 12 7-14 38.
Delaware County Christian (39) – Mary O’Donnel 2 2-2 7; Dominique Good 6 3-7 17; Anna Latchford 1 1-4 3; Ella Stinger 3 3-4 12; TOTALS 12 9-17 – 39
3-point goals: CRN – Lauren Smith 2, Brynn Rodgers 2, Haley Cruz, Julia Koval, Ella Carroll. DCC – Mary O’Donnel, Dominique Good 2, Ella Stinger 3.
GWYNEDD MERCY 52, CENTRAL BUCKS SOUTH 34
GMA opened up a 28-16 lead after one half on their way to the non-league win.
Gabby Tropea had a big game for the Titans, leading the way with 20 points that included an 8-for-11 effort at the foul line. Jules Tropea added 10 points.
Up next: Central Bucks South (1-2) will host Central Bucks East in Tuesday’s SOL opener.
Central Bucks South 9-7-14-4 34
Gwynedd Mercy 15-13-4-20 52
Central Bucks South (34) – Jules Tropea 4 2-5 10; Alex Tropea 0 1-2 1; Riley Campbell 1 0-0 3; Gabby Tropea 6 8-11 20.
3-point goals: CBS – Riley Campbell.
14th Annual Pennridge Tournament
WILLIAM TENNENT 74, VILLA JOSEPH MARIE 61
The Panthers raced out of the gate to a 22-8 lead after one quarter and took a 37-28 lead into halftime. Halie Staub scored 15 points in the opening half while Avery Kocur added 12.
In a high-scoring second half, the Panthers – sparked by 20 points from Kocur – outscored the Jems 37-33.
Key players: Avery Kocur’s 32-point effort led the Panthers and included a pair of 3s as well as an 8-for-9 effort at the foul line. Halie Staub added 19 points.
William Tennent coach Laura Whitney:
–On the game: “It was a gusty team effort tonight with balanced scoring. We came out with great energy and got off to a fast start. Unfortunately, in the second quarter, we got into some foul trouble and had some costly turnovers and let Villa back in the game. But I thought we did a good job of weathering the storm and made a nice run to close out the half.
“The second half was a physical battle that went back and forth. Each time one team would make a run the other team would answer with a run of their own. Villa’s two bigs – #30 and #33 – were tough to defend, and at times, I thought they imposed their will on us. Credit to our girls though – who showed a lot of toughness and never backed down. We made some big plays when it mattered most and did a nice job of finishing the game.”
–Props: “Staub was a huge catalyst to our fast start. She was active defensively, forcing turnovers, and she was super aggressive on the offensive end, going to the basket strong and knocking down outside shots.
“Avery played determined, with a refuse to lose attitude, and took over the game in the second half.
“Giada Cosenza came in off the bench and gave us a huge lift the second half, knocking down two 3s to help keep the momentum going.
“Aubrey Lynch gave us a spark in both halves with her relentless energy and came up with a big offensive rebound and putback in the fourth quarter.
“Meg and Hannah battled through foul trouble all night, but gave us great energy and toughness inside.”
Up next: William Tennent (2-0) will face Pennridge on Saturday (1:30 pm).
Villa Joseph Marie 8-20-20-13 61
William Tennent 22-15-18-19 74
William Tennent (74) – Aubrey Lynch 4, Avery Kocur 32, Carissa Malpezzii 4; Halie Staub 19, Giada Cosenza 6, Hannah Wong 27, Mega Volz 2.
3-point goals: WT – Cosenza 2, A Kocur 2.
PERKIOMEN VALLEY 60, PENNRIDGE 46
The Lady Rams buried 12 three-pointers, but it wasn’t enough as the Vikings, who took a 25-19 lead into halftime, put the game out of reach in the second half. PV outscored Pennridge 16-7 in the third quarter to go into the final frame with a 41-26 lead.
The Lady Rams – sparked by three 3s from Madison Lapp – scored 20 of their points in the final quarter.
Samantha Murphy led the Rams with 19 points, which included five 3-pointers. Lapp also had five 3s and finished with 15 points.
Up next: Pennridge will face Villa Joseph Marie on Saturday at 8 pm.
Perkiomen Valley 14-11-16-19 60
Pennridge 8-11-7-20 46
Perkiomen Valley (60) – Gabby Russo 4 0-0 10; Scarlett Lee 3 2-2 8; Kate Nemic 3 0-0 7; Lauren Binkowski 2 2-3 6; Mackenzie Bryant 1 0-0 2; Hannah Evans 6 0-0 15; Avery Carney 0 2-2 2; Megan King 4 1-2 10; TOTALS 23 7-9 60.
Pennridge (46) – Emma Rapp 1 0-0 3; Julia Lenox 1 0-0 2; Samantha Murphy 7 0-0 19; Madison Lapp 5 0-0 15; Megan Moylan 3 0-3 7; TOTALS 17 0-3 46.
3-point goals: PV – Hannah Evans 3, Gabby Russo 2, Kate Nemic, Megan King; Pennridge – Madison Lapp 5, Samantha Murphy 5, Emma Rapp, Megan Moylan.
North Penn Tip-off Tournament
NORTH PENN 59, MASTERY CHARTER 8
The Knights opened their season with a rout of Mastery Charter in the opening round of their own tournament. Meyha Godhania buried a pair of 3-pointers to lead a balanced attack as the Knights opened up a 23-4 lead after one quarter and extended that to 43-4 by halftime on their way to the lopsided win.
Key players: Lily Brown’s 13 points led a balanced attack while Meyha Godhania added 11, which included three 3-pointers. Paityn Debro added nine points.
Up next: North Penn (1-0) will play Coatesville in Saturday’s championship game at 3 pm.
Mastery Charter 4-0-1-3 8
North Penn 23-20-7-9 59
Mastery Charter (8) – Bailey Byrd 1 1-2 3; Lyric Lewis 2 0-0 4; M. Hill 0 1-3 1; TOTALS 3 2-5 8.
North Penn (59) – Saniah Hammond 2 0-0 6; Ava Wood 1 2-2 4; Paityn Debro 4 1-2 9; Lily Brown 4 5-7 13; Cailin Halfpenny 1 0-0 2; Emelia Schneider 2 0-0 4; T. Lee 0 3-4 3; Meyha Godhania 4 0-0 11; Tallie Smink 1 0-0 3; Lacie Haddock 1 1-2 4; TOTALS 20 12-17 59.
3-point goals: NP – Meyha Godhania 3, Saniah Hammond 2, Tallie Smink, Lacie Haddock.
COATESVILLE 53, WISSAHICKON 37
The Trojans were led by the 12-point, seven-rebound effort of Katelyn Thomson. Maura Jacob added seven points, and Bella Butcher handed out three assists.
Up next: Wissahickon (0-1) will face Mastery Charter in Saturday’s consolation game at 11 am.
4th Annual Lady Panther Tip-Off Tournament
CHELTENHAM 49, FRANKFORD 17
The Lady Panthers held a tenuous 7-5 lead after one quarter but put some distance between themselves and Frankford with a 16-4 second quarter to go into halftime with a 23-9 lead on their way to the decisive win.
The win gave Andrea Jones, a Cheltenham alum, a win in her debut on the sidelines for the Lady Panthers.
Key players: Maya Simmons led the Lady Panthers with 15 points, which included three 3s. She also had five rebounds, six steals and three assists. Isabella Brown added 12 points and three steals. Aniyah Wallace had nine rebounds, six steals and four points while Paige Powell added eight rebounds, five assists, three steals and four points.
Up next: Cheltenham will play in Saturday’s title game at 4 pm.
Frankford 5-4-3-5 17
Cheltenham 7-16-9-17 49
Frankford (17) – Miller 4, Harris 2, Daley 2, Hanable 2, Cross 3, Laboy 4.
Cheltenham (49) – Paige Powell 4, Kaylyn Washington 2, Aniyah Wallace 4, Maya Simmons 15, Kennedy Tolbert 4, Autumn Kimble 6, Isabella Brown 12. #34 2.
3-point goals: C – Maya Simmons 3, Isabella Brown 2.
Souderton Rotary Tournament
SOUDERTON 42, ST. HUBERT CATHOLIC 39
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