Off-court chemistry proves valuable for girls basketball team

By Frankie Rizzo ’19

After a 20-5 season last year, the Girls Basketball Team continued their winning ways. The team is led by captains Brielle Krause and Lilly James.

They finished with a record of 15-9, with their season coming to an end Monday with a 50-27 loss to Sparta in the first round of the NJSIAA Section 1, Group 3 tournament. Of these 15 wins, 11 came from conference play. As a result, the Knights finished the season at third place in the Colonial Division

“Our performance as a team this year is great,” said junior Emily Torchia said. “Seeing everyone work together to achieve the same goal really puts a smile on not only our faces, but the coaches as well.”

Torchia mentioned how playing in the program for the past three years has allowed her to connect with the current players. Captain Brielle Krause agreed that the team’s time spent together off the court has led to improvement on the court.

“As a leader it is important that we unite the team,” Krause said. “We love hanging together and it certainly does show on the court with our chemistry.”

This is a team that also consists of junior Sabrina Krasner, a three year varsity player. She currently has a total of 113 points, 35 assists, 61 rebounds and 45 steals. In only her a junior season, she is making her mark on the team this season, with still more to come next year.

“It feels good that I am really helping the team’s performance next year,” she said. “It feels even better when I realize I still have another year to play on such a great team.”

The team has contributed from every level. Whether it’s a freshman playing varsity or a senior, they all play a role for the team.

While the Knights had a good season overall, they fell short in the postseason, losing in the first round. Nevertheless, it is clear that a consistent winner has been created, and the Knights will be able to build on their promising future next season.