Lady Shamrocks top Lansing Christian and Saranac

On Tuesday, the St. Patrick's Varsity Girls basketball teams traveled to Lansing Christian. The Shamrocks took a convincing win against the Pilgrims, 58-26. The Shamrocks took an early lead with outside shooting in the first quarter and kept the pace going for entirety of the game. The team capitalized on defensive reads to create more offensive opportunities. Gracelyn Rockey scored 19 points for the Shamrocks and had 6 rebounds, and 6 steals. Lily Sandborn had 11 points and 4 steals. Macie Leonard scored 10 points, and Macie Smith added 9 points with 4 steals.

Natalie Adam’s led LC with 8 points.

On Friday, the Shamrocks hosted Saranac. The Shamrocks took a solid victory against the Redhawks, 46-31. The Shamrocks played a physical and excellent defensive game. The team communicated well and took shots that were balanced around the perimeter. Gracelyn Rockey scored 16 points for the Shamrocks and had 5 rebounds, and 3 steals. Maria Austen followed with 7 points. Macie Smith had 6 points and 11 huge rebounds. Marian Davlin added 6 points and 5 rebounds. Lily Sandborn had 4 steals.

M. Reed led the Redhawks with 13 points.

Both the varsity and JV games were thrilling with the honoring of our youth program. The 5-8th grade ladies were in attendance and celebrated their accomplishments with our fan base and the JV and V teams. The Shamrock Girls Basketball program has such an energetic, fun, and skilled future. We are so proud of the athletes, parents, and coaches!

Special shoutout to Lindsey Cook for the photography and Ken Cook for his MC talents. Both talents allow our evening to be celebrated and exciting for all!

The Shamrocks host Dansville on Tuesday evening at PMS with a 6pm JV tip off. We will honor our senior leaders, Mattie Honsowitz and Lily Sandborn their accomplishments and their families.

Courtesy photos.