By LSV Sports(Twitter/X: @LSVSports)
Monday 12/11
Catasauqua 43, Bangor 19
Catasauqua has trailed by large margins twice in the young season. They were down 17-1 to Executive Education and down by ten at half against Northern Lehigh, missing their first eleven shots. Coach Mark Seremula’s team would surely rather build an early lead and protect it, rather than dig a hole and climb out. They did just that when they pitched a 10-0 first quarter shutout against the Slaters Monday night. They never looked back, en rout to a blowout victory. Haley Jenkins averaged 21ppg coming in, but only needed 10 in this one, as numerous teammates chipped in early and often. Sophia Becker was a force on defense, raking in numerous offensive rebounds and scoring 10. Bangor found itself with major foul trouble early, as Pinter, Gonzalez, and Nelson all received two fouls in the first half. The three combined for just 12 points, as Catasauqua controlled the pace of play and held Bangor to one-and-done opportunities.
This game was broadcasted by Eastern PA Sports Network – for a full replay of the game, visit EasternPASportsNetwork.com
Other notes from Monday:
- Macy Kotulka scored 16 and Ellie Wallbillich went for 11 in a 48-13 Pen Argyl win over Wilson
- Sydney Frantz led the way with 13, while Megan Matsko scored 11 and Hannah Barry poured in 10 in Palmerton’s 58-25 win over Southern Lehigh. Tessa Seagreaves led the Spartans with 14
- NDGP saw 8 players score in their 52-13 victory over Palisades. Carly Campbell 12, Ella Schweitzer 10, Ava Shonk and Brenna Hammerstone 8 each
- Cara Thomas exploded for 23 as NW Lehigh defeated Salisbury 60-11
TUESDAY 12/12
Pocono Mountain West 46, Bethlehem Catholic 80
After dropping nine 3-pointers on Allentown Central Catholic, the Golden Hawks picked up right where they left off, shooting 11 of 17 from beyond the arc against Pocono Mountain West. A 23-5 first quarter propelled Bethlehem Catholic to a mercy rule victory. Cici Hernandez scored a career high 29, with 21 of those coming in the first half. Cold shooting was the theme for the Panthers, only able to score five in the first quarter. Despite having a distinct rebounding advantage at times, PM West could not capitalize on second and third chances. The Golden Hawks have thrived against a very challenging early season schedule, only getting better. Beca shot 17 of 19 from 2 point range, as well.
Cici Hernandez was named the SCBL HS Hoops Podcast Player of the Week for week 3
Other notes from Tuesday
- Kayla Snyder, outstanding freshman for Emmaus, scored 14, including 4 3’s in a 50-20 win over Allen
- Tula Sobrinski led Liberty with 16 points in a 65-19 victory over Pleasant Valley. Ava Kopetskie 8
- Easton beat Stroudsburg 75-16. Evalyse Cole scored 19, while Kaurin Carew added 14. Mallory Elias had 11
- Milly Wolf led the Vikettes with 14 in a 41-35 victory over Northampton. Anne Beenders had 14 in the loss
- The Lady Trojans had three players go into double figures as part of a 60-27 victory over Whitehall: Siggins 15, Chilcote 12, Hallal 11
WEDNESDAY 12/13
Dunmore 39, Allentown Central Catholic 42
The Vikettes surged to an early 16-4 lead after a quarter, with five different players scoring. Without Molly Driscoll, who was out with an injury, Central Catholic needed production elsewhere—and they got just that from Armani Brickhouse, Sammy Roth, and Milly Wolf. Milly Wolf landed four 3-pointers on the night, leading her team with 14 points. Sammy Roth helped secure the game late, making three of her final four free throws and five of six overall. Brickhouse poured in 13 and would tie the game with 2:11 left on a free throw. Dunmore had numerous chances, but missed nine free throws on the night. With :18.5 left in the game, Dunmore inbounded the ball, but it was quickly tied up and the possession arrow favored the Vikettes. Once Roth hit her free throws, Dunmore got it back but a last second three would not go. Dunmore was held to just four field goals in the second half and would fall by three, despite Sophia Talutto scoring a game leading 19 points. Coach Davidowich said that her team is adjusting well to playing without Driscoll: “I had Milly Wolf who stepped up her game by hitting so many key three pointers and at the same time making things happen on the inside with her ability to jump and rebound.”
Thursday 12/14
- Northwestern Lehigh built a 19-9 first quarter lead and held a nine point halftime advantage before surviving a furious comeback attempt from Northern Lehigh. Brook Balliet led all scorers with 16 and Cara Thomas scored 14 in a 48-47 victory that saw the Tigers hit 11 3’s. In the loss, Aubrey Pollard scored 15 and is now just five points away from 1,000 for her career.
- Hannah Barry went for 22 in a 46-5 Palmerton win over Salisbury
- Josh Kopp’s Crusaders cruised to a 52-13 victory over Saucon Valley. Ella and Olivia Schweitzer eached went for 11, while Ava Shink showed a strong third quarter, scoring 8 of her 10.
- Avery Nelson was 7/12 from 3 point range and scored 27, as Bangor defeated Palisades 44-29
Hannah Barry was named the SCBL HS Hoops Podcast Player of the Week for week 2
Friday 12/15
- Madi Siggins stayed hot with 25 and Talia Zurinskas had 16 in a 55-48 win over Pocono Mountain West
- Cici Hernandez followed up her career high night Tuesday with a 26 point performance in Bethlem Catholic’s 60-46 victory over Nazareth
- Natalie Amato and Evalyse Cole both had 14 in Easton’s dominant 62-16 win against Freedom
- Ruby Miller and Ava Kopetskie both scored 19 in a 56-47 Liberty defeat of Dieruff
SATURDAY 12/16/2023
Scranton 47, Emmaus 44
All eyes were on the underclassmen on the court at the Hive Saturday afternoon. Scranton showcased the talents of 6’2” freshman Zya Small, who paced Scranton with 21 points. Eight of those came in the fourth quarter, where the Knights outscored the Hornets 16-6 to overcome a seven point deficit. Fellow 9th grader Chrissy Jacklinski was held off the scoreboard most of the afternoon, but Scranton did enough late to pull out the victory. Leading the way for Emmaus was Cassie Doemling, who followed up her previous career high of 14 against East Stroudsburg North Thursday with 16. Mya Cooper had nine points and three steals in the first half in another strong performance.
For more on this game, visit EmmausSports.com and for a replay of the game broadcast, visit EasternPASportsNetwork.com
Kayla Snyder(Fr), Emmaus
Other notes from Saturday:
- Parkland defeated Conwell-Egan in the Keystone Classic at School of the Future in Philadelphia, 51-44. Talia Zurinskas led the way for the Trojans with 13. Laney Chilcote scored 11 and Madi Siggins added 9
- Also at the Keystone Classic, Gwynedd-Mercy Academy got past Allentown Central Catholic 35-31. Armani Brickhouse and Morgan Seagreaves both had 8 points
- The Red Rovers concluded their week with another mercy rule victory: 64-16 over Northampton. Mallory Elias led Easton with 15, while Evalyse Cole went for 13 and Kourin Carew had 12
- The Blue Bombers had another strong performance, defeating Jim Thorpe 57-20. Hannah Barry continued her outstanding play, scoring 25 on 11 made field goals
- Pocono Mountain West fell 58-53 to North Pocono despite 17 and 14 point efforts from Anai’sah Malone and Alyssa Ford respectively
- In a 50-20 victory over East Stroudsburg North, Bangor’s Julia Pinter had a double-double with 19 points and 14 rebounds. Avery Nelson went for 18
NEXT WEEK’S BIG GAMES:
12/18: NW Lehigh(5-1) @ Catasauqua(5-1) 7:15
12/18: Northern Lehigh(1-4) @ Palmerton(6-0) 5:30 – Aubrey Pollard needs 5 points for 1,000
12/18: Notre Dame Green Pond(5-0) @ Pen Argyl(4-1) 6:45
12/19: Allentown Central Catholic(4-2) @ Easton(5-0) 7:00
12/19: Emmaus(3-3) @ Liberty(3-1) 7:00
12/20: Pen Argyl(4-1) @ Bangor(4-3) 6:45
12/20: Catasauqua(5-1) @ Palmerton(6-0) 6:45
12/21: Allentown Central Catholic(4-2) @ Emmaus(3-3) 7:00
12/21: Lansdale Catholic(5-0) @ Bethlehem Catholic(4-1) 7:00
12/21: North Pocono(3-2) @ Easton(5-0) 7:00
12/22: Liberty(3-1) @ Pocono Mountain West(3-4)
12/23: Hazleton(4-1) @ Liberty(3-1) 1:00
Catch the weekly SCBL HS Hoops Podcast every week on EasternPASportsNetwork.com, featuring Ed Jennings and Scott Johnston on a boys edition, as well as Cody Brady and Scott on a girls edition. Each week, they review the best games, look forward to the week ahead, break down top teams and players, and name a player of the week!
EPC Standngs
| East | Conference | Overall |
| Easton | 4-0 | 5-0 |
| Bethlehem Catholic | 4-0 | 4-1 |
| Liberty | 3-1 | 3-1 |
| Nazareth | 3-1 | 4-2 |
| Dieruff | 3-2 | 4-2 |
| Freedom | 1-3 | 2-4 |
| North | ||
| Stroudsburg | 2-2 | 4-3 |
| Pleasant Valley | 2-2 | 2-4 |
| Pocono Mountain West | 1-2 | 3-4 |
| East Stroudsburg South | 0-3 | 0-6 |
| East Stroudsburg North | 0-3 | 0-6 |
| Pocono Mountain East | 0-4 | 1-5 |
| West | ||
| Parkland | 4-0 | 6-0 |
| Allentown Central Catholic | 3-1 | 4-2 |
| Emmaus | 3-1 | 3-3 |
| Northampton | 1-3 | 2-4 |
| William Allen | 1-3 | 2-3 |
| Whitehall | 1-3 | 1-4 |
Colonial Standings
| East | Conference | Overall |
| Notre Dame Green Pond | 4-0 | 5-0 |
| Pen Argyl | 3-1 | 4-1 |
| Bangor | 2-2 | 4-3 |
| Palisades | 2-2 | 2-3 |
| Saucon Valley | 1-3 | 2-4 |
| Wilson Area | 1-4 | 2-5 |
| Moravian Academy | 1-4 | 1-5 |
| West | ||
| Palmerton | 4-0 | 6-0 |
| Catasauqua | 3-0 | 5-1 |
| Northwestern Lehigh | 3-1 | 5-1 |
| Southern Lehigh | 1-2 | 2-2 |
| Salisbury | 0-3 | 2-4 |
| Northern Lehigh | 0-3 | 1-4 |
* – All standings current through 12/16/23
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