UPDATE: Waynesburg Central clinched victory in the Carmichaels King Coal Lions Tournament girls basketball final, defeating Uniontown 52-37 on December 10, 2023. The decisive moment came in the fourth quarter, where Waynesburg outscored Uniontown 12-3, securing their championship title.
Tess Pauley led Waynesburg with 15 points, while Payton Cowell and Emma Blair contributed 12 and 10 points, respectively. This win improves Waynesburg’s record to 8-1, showcasing their dominance throughout the tournament.
Uniontown started strong, holding a 15-12 lead after the first quarter. However, Waynesburg rallied to take a 26-21 advantage at halftime, and maintained control with a 39-34 lead heading into the final period. Aierra Jenkins was Uniontown’s standout player, scoring a game-high 16 points.
In another matchup, Jefferson-Morgan triumphed over Carmichaels 45-30 in the tournament’s consolation game. Ava Wood spearheaded the Lady Rockets with 19 points, leading her team to victory after trailing at the end of the first quarter. Brelyn Woods also made significant contributions, adding 16 points to Jefferson-Morgan’s tally.
Bethel Park edged Belle Vernon 39-36 in a nail-biter at the Cal U Holiday Tournament. Kat Boff led Bethel Park with 12 points, maintaining consistent scoring throughout the game. The tightly contested match saw Belle Vernon’s Isis Almyty score 11 points, along with Aubrey Brown’s 10 points.
In other tournament action, Laurel Highlands defeated Charleroi 39-30, and Obama Academy extended their winning streak to five games with a 51-35 victory over Albert Gallatin. The Lady Eagles continue to impress, improving to 5-3 this season.
The Lady Dragons dominated Brownsville, winning decisively 66-18 at the Cal U Holiday Tournament.
These tournaments showcase the rising talent in girls’ basketball, with teams displaying remarkable skill and determination. As the season progresses, fans eagerly anticipate the next round of games that will determine the championship contenders. Stay tuned for further updates on these exciting youth sports developments!
