Georgia Pappas and Eric Locke
Staff Writers
With a final score of 55-18, the NHS girls basketball team victoriously took the win against Plumstead Christian on Jan. 19 in honor of their graduating players, Sarah Wilson and Olivia Keenan, in their senior night game.
The offensive lineup allowed the Lions to travel up and down the court within seconds, with players like Sarah Wilson travelling down to the basket for an open shot. Wilson also contributed incredible 3-point shots and precise passing combinations, as well as juniors Jordan Sherman and Zoe Palau.
The upperclassmen of the girls’ team pulled out their skills during the game as well as the freshmen of the group. Juliana Covino, Kate Dougherty, Rachel Saxton and Shannon Herbert were determined and quick on their feet in order to help their team get the win for their seniors.
The few times the ball got on the other side of the court, the girls provided solid defense against Plumstead and blocked shots left and right. And once the girls got the ball again and went for the shots, they kept shooting and didn’t give up with strong rebounds.
The players of New Hope played a strong game all the way through, even while they were up by over 30 points. At the end of the second half, NHS was up 33-5. By keeping the ball on their side, smooth and strong passing, and excellent rebounding skills, the team was unstoppable. The team next year will surely miss the seniors, and for now we’re hoping for great things from this incredible group of athletes.
