Monday, December 12, 2011

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.

Thursday, December 8, 2011

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!

Monday, December 5, 2011

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!