In what could be a playoff preview, the 7th grade came back in the 4th quarter for a 44-37 win, and improved their record to (6-1) on the season. That puts them in a 1st place tie at the moment.
After jumping out to a quick start, they once again had a let down quarter in the second. They turned the ball over and were unable to break the press and the 7th grade was trailing come half-time. In the third, they didn't play much better and they found themselves down five points after three.
But a near flawless 4th quarter, which featured made lay-ups, clutch free throws and strong defense propelled them to victory. If they play like they did in the fourth, there won't be any time in the division that can beat them.
4th grade wrecks opposition
Everyone was waiting for the break-out game, and today, they finally got it.
The 4th grade played a remarkable game this afternoon, featuring teamwork and passing. Up 24-0 at halftime just seemed to motivate the 4th graders even more, and they blew out their opponent 36-4.
From day one, everyone knew this team had the potential and yet they had only won one game up to this point. Today, they finally put it all together, were aggressive and forced the play. The end result, one of the most lopsided victories of the season for any St. Mary's team.
They still have a small chance at the playoffs at (2-4), but will need to win out, and need a few other teams to lose.
Emstance contributed to this report.
5th/6th grade out of gas
The 5th/6th grade had too many turnovers, missed lay-ups and free throws to overcome as they lost their do-or-die game earlier today. They were down 8 points at halftime but came storming back in the third. But the offense shut down in the 4th when they needed it the most, and they fell 24-14. At (2-5), their playoff hopes have diminished.
Despite the record, their on-court performance this season has been the biggest turnaround of any St. Mary's team. The more they play, the better this team will get. It's the little things like grabbing a loose ball, free-throws and lay-ups, which need fine tuning. They play next Saturday in their season finale, against the team they beat in game one.
3rd grade results
The 3rd graders played another close game, only to fall short--this time 8-5. They have one game remaining on the year.
6th grade
Late this afternoon, the 6th grade played a .500 team, (3-3). The 6th grade missed their first two lay-ups in the first ten seconds of the game, and it was a sign of things to come, as they poorly on both the offensive and defensive ends. The final score, 31-13.
Normally, we wouldn't even print a final score that lopsided--especially when we are on the losing end. But this team should not have lost to this team by 18 points. This team is a lot better than today's game indicated.
You do learn a lot more from winning than losing, as this was a good wake up call for the team.
Hopefully they can regroup and get it together for next weekend, where they will be playing a back-to-back. They will need at least one win to assure themselves a playoff berth.
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