Adams County Christian Academy (VG)

Following the middle school boys' game, the varsity girls were ready for good competition going into their game agaisn't the Adams County Christian Academy Rams. During the first half the Warriors played well, making many of their shots and playing tight defense, which resulted in a 21-12 lead at halftime. As the Warriors lead continued to grow in the 2nd half, the ladies intensity decreased and and they slacked off their game throughout the 3rd quarter. The Rams took advantage of that and closed the gap to just within a few baskets. The fourth quarter saw an increase of intensity from the Warriors, as they realized how close the game was becoming. However, the ladies were able to keep the gap large enough to pull of a win of 38-30.

Leesburg Christian School (VG)

Playing at the same time as the varsity guys, except in Virginia instead of Pennsylvania, the Warrior ladies were facing yet another team that appeared to have a size advantage. Yet, for the first several minutes of the game the score remained at zero. The ladies were able to pick up their game and by the end of the first quarter were leading 7-1. However, starting the second quarter and throughout most of the remaining game, the Lions threw a full-court  zone press against our ladies. Having very little experience with beating the press, the Warriors struggled to bring the ball up the court. The press resulted in many turnovers, and allowed the Lions to win the game with a 12-point lead of 38-26.

The Warrior ladies played an amazing game though, all things considered. Their defense was tight and forced the Lions to work for their shots. And, although it was frustrating, they gained much practice in playing against a press. Way to make them work for their win, ladies!

Carroll Christian Academy (VG)

The varsity girls were the last team of the night to take on the Carroll Christian Academy Patriots, and though it was obvious that the Patriots had a size and experience advantage, the Warrior ladies were ready to give the game their best shot.

Throughout the game the ladies struggled against the Patriots' consistent shot. However, the ladies played pretty good defense during the game. They instituted "swing" into their offense, a relatively new play for most of the ladies. Even though they got the hang of it, the Warriors were unable to close the 20-points gap at the end of the 3rd quarter.

During the fourth quarter, all the ladies got playing time. A special shout-out to all the new team members who played extremely well against a very experienced team! Many of the girls had rebounds and baskets. They were able to snag a few steals too; and the assists were key. The game ended with the score of 46-19, but the Warrior ladies had given it their best.

Carroll Christian Academy (VB)

After a big win from the middleschool boys the game before, the varsity guys were pumped and ready for their turn to take on the Carroll Christian Academy Patriots. The game started tense, the Warriors leaving gaps in their man-to-man defense which made the teams comparable. But in the second quarter Coach Ron called a timeout and switched to a zone defense. The rest was history. The Warriors took immediate control, though the Patriots kept it close enough for the starters to play most of the game. The guys played excellent, the teamwork and aggressiveness we've been looking for the past few games shining through. All the Warriors got to play, leaving the final score 62-55.

Daniel Passarelli led the team with 17 points and 5 rebounds. Following him was Josiah Carstens with 13 points, 7 assists, 3 rebounds, and a block. Right behind him was Toby McGrath having 12 points, 8 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 blocks. Joel Kehr came next with 9 points, 5 assists, and 2 boards. Jonathan Pefley scored 6 points, 11 rebounds, 2 steals, and a block.

The guys got back on a winning streak, playing a great game and showing great teamwork. Awesome job guys!

Carroll Christian School (MSB)

The middle school boys began the Warriors' first triple-header of the season against the Carroll Christian Academy Patriots. Last year the boys had lost to the Patriots by one point, and were more than ready to have their long awaited re-match. And what a re-match it was, from the start the Warriors proved their improvement, shutting down the Patriots to only 7 points compared to the Warriors 22 at the end of the first  half. The 2nd half was no different, each player getting to play around a whole quarter! Total domination in every area was clear, as shown by the final score of 44-9.

Al Pedroza was one of the high scorers of the night, having 9 points and 9 rebounds. Noah Passarelli also led the team in scoring with 9 points and a board. Right behind them was Benjamin Passarelli with 8 points, 5 steals, and 2 assists. Will Gammal had 4 points, 11 rebounds, and 2 steals along with Daniel Messinger also having 4 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists, and a steal. Andrew Mason had 3 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 steals as well as Jonathan Kehr also with 3 points, an assist, and a steal. Zach Althoff scored a basket, pulled down 5 rebounds, and dished out 5 assists.

It was a great game, each player contributing greatly and showing Godly character through the whole thing. Great game boys!

Cumberland Valley Christian School (VB)

The varsity guys next opponent was the Cumberland Valley Christian School. Unfortunately the boys had a small bench due to different injuries and sickness. But our boys pressed through the challenges and gave Cumberland Valley some tough competition the whole game through. They showed excellent perseverance and great teamwork. They kept tight with Cumberland until the last few minutes of the game, in which Cumberland pulled ahead leaving the final score 62-55.

Daniel Passarelli led the team in scoring with 17 points, 3 assists, 2 rebounds, and a steal. Following him was Joel Kehr with 11 points, 2 assists, and a steal. Toby McGrath was right behind him with 10 points, 8 rebounds, 2 assists, and a steal and block. Josiah Carstens came next with 9 points, 3 assists, and 2 boards. Jonathan Pefley had 8 points, 15 rebounds, 2 steals, and an assist.

Though another loss, the guys played well and showed Godly character. They look forward to their next game against the Carroll Christian Patriots to start the upcoming week.

Cumberland Valley Christian School (MSB)

The middle school boys headed to Cumberland Valley Christian School for their second game of the year. The boys started well, clearly taking the game under control and getting all the players playing time by halftime, with the score 17-10.

The second half went just as well, the boys giving great assists leading to easy lay-ups or jumpshots and playing excellent defense leading to many steals. All the players got a lot of time on the court, dominating in every area, leaving the final score 39-16.

Each player contributed to the game, whether it was a good shot, a great pass, a quick steal, or encouragement to build up a fellow teamate. Leading the team was Al Pedroza with 12 points. Following him was Noah Passarelli with 7 points. Daniel Messinger was right behind him with 6 points. Zach Althoff had 4 points along with Ben Thurman also with 4 points.

County Christian School (MSB)

The middle school boys kicked off their season agaisnt the County Christian School Catamounts. They were pumped and very excited to play. The boys started the game with a quick basket, which was quickly returned by the Catamounts just as fast. But the boys kept up their lead until the last few seconds of the second quarter in which the Catamounts tied the game at 21 to finish the first half of the game.

The second half proved to be just as intense, each team showing impressive offense and tight defense. The Warriors unfortunately lost their lead the last few minutes of the game, and lost 45-36. The teams were truly evenly matched; and the boys showed much improvement from the year before.

Leading the team for the night was Al Pedroza having a double-double of 18 points and 16 rebounds. Following him was Daniel Messinger with 9 points. Noah Passarelli had 5 points. Benjamin Passarelli scored 4 points.

Even though it wasn't a win, the boys played very well and the fans couldn't be more proud. Good game boys!

Frederick Christian Academy (VB)

The varsity guys next opponent were the Frederick Christian Academy Defenders, who are known for being a basketball powerhouse and always a very tough competitor for the Warriors. Nethertheless the boys came ready to play. They came out pumped and kept the game close, even taking the lead a few times during the 1st quarter. The Defenders realized they had some competition and immediately picked up their game starting the second quarter. They outscored the Warriors through that quarter, but our boys didn't give up and kept the score even through the 3rd quarter. Unfortunately the score couldn't be made up, leaving the final score 71-39.

Daniel Passarelli led the team with 15 points, 3 steals, and a rebound. Following him was Jonathan Pefley scoring 7 points, pulling down 4 rebounds, and nabbing 2 steals. Josiah Carstens was right behind him with 6 points, 4 rebounds, 7 assists, and a steal. Toby McGrath scored 4 points, and got 9 rebounds, 2 steals, and an assist and block.

It was a tough game but the guys looked forward to a long week to recuperate and a practice to start off the following week.

Frederick Christian Academy (VG)

The Warrior ladies kicked off their basketball season against the Frederick Christian Academy Defenders right before Thanksgiving. Many of the girls were nervous but very excited for their first game. For some it was the start of yet another season of varsity ball; for other, it was their first varsity basketball game ever.

Throughout the first quarter the ladies hung tight, sometimes just a basket away from being tied with the Defenders. At half, the ladies were still just a couple of baskets away from being tied, and just beginning to get their rhythm. However, during the 3rd quarter they slacked off, allowing the Defenders to creep ahead. During the fourth quarter, the Warriors went to a man defense, versus the zone and box-in-one they were playing before. The switch resulted in many steals and completely shut down the Defenders' offense. However the ended the game on bottom with the score 32- 21. The ladies gave it their best, pounding the ball inside and the guards working well with each other, looking for the open man.

Many of the players contributed to the score. They also out-rebounded the Defenders. Key steals, blocks, and assists were pitched in by the girls as well. The Warriors never gave up and showed Godly character on the court.