By: BHS Sports Staff
January 5, 2023
The varsity girls basketball team came into last Tuesday night’s game with a record of 4-3 (2-1 in the CVC) as they took on the Lady Blue Devils of Independence (5-4 / 1-2 in the CVC).
Coming off a historic and memorable 49-46 victory over Wellington last week (December 28) at the Hoosier Gym in Indiana, the girls were looking to continue their winning ways and increase their streak to three games.
It was pretty smooth-sailing through the first quarter as both teams traded baskets and stops, but the Lady Blue Devils kept a one possession lead, ending the quarter with a one-point advantage, 18-17.
Independence did not let off of the gas pedal in the second quarter as they put the hosts in a double-digit hole midway through the quarter. The Lady Canes were able to chip away a tad, but the visitors kept making shots and getting a lot of defensive stops. The Lady Blue Devils outscored the Lady Canes 20-12 in the second quarter and took a 38-29 lead into the locker room.
After an intense halftime in the Brooklyn locker room, the Lady Canes came out inspired, focused, and confident. Senior Delaney David sparked the comeback with multiple fast-break layups, a couple of three-pointers, and free throws to help her teammates outscore the Lady Blue Devils 21-8 in the third quarter. Starting the quarter down by nine, the Lady Canes held a four-point lead at the end of the quarter, 50-46.
Crunch time arrived in the fourth quarter. The energy in the gym was electric from both fanbases, and both teams tried to take advantage of it.
As the game picked up speed and intensity, Independence played harder on defense and forced some turnovers. However, the Lady Canes kept a one-possession lead throughout most of the quarter and never allowed the Lady Blue Devils to reclaim the lead. In the final minute, Brooklyn went from being up one to pulling away with a seven-point lead in the final seconds. Independence scored a basket with less than two seconds remaining, but the Lady Hurricanes prevailed, 67-62.
Brooklyn improved their record to 5-3 overall (3-1 CVC) as they sent Independence to a 5-5 overall record (1-3 CVC).
“Our defense wasn’t good in the first half, and our offense wasn’t getting into rhythm because of our bad defense. We were very aggressive defensively in the second half, and this sparked our offensive transition. Great team victory!” said Coach Jon Holko.
David led the way with 26 points, followed by seniors Shariah Gailes and Genesis Caraballo who also scored in double figures.
The Lady Canes travel to Berkshire High School tomorrow night to take on the Lady Badgers who stand at 6-5. Tip-off is at 6:45. Good luck, ladies!
In other basketball news, over Christmas break, the boys had a record of 3-1 with wins over Kirtland, Independence, and Garrett Morgan but a loss against Strongsville. They head to Lake Ridge Academy tonight at 7:30. Come and support our boys.
Go Canes!
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