The Saints, who led 22-14 at halftime, were never able to fully pull away from the Phoenix ---- though they did lead most of the second half by 8-10 points.
With an 8 point lead and under 2 minutes to play, things really got interesting. The Phoenix cranked up the defensive pressure and forced numerous Saint turnovers, while several SBCSS players did not do themselves any favours by taking quick shots on the offensive end.
The end result was a 38-37 SBCSS lead with under :40 to play in the game. However, Jenelle Case and Dana Milani both went 1-for-2 from the free throw line before a Phoenix three-pointer at the buzzer (which looked on-line) clanged off the iron.
Case was a dominant force inside against Rez's undersized front line, pouring in a game-high 22 points. The sleek-shooting Milani added 13. The Phoenix were led by Marley Neiscier (14) and Andrea Phillippi (6).
In the other junior game on Wednesday, St. Mary's had no trouble with the Rockway Flames, winning 34-13. Maggie Sroujl (7) and Monica Januszek (7) were top scorers for the Eagles, while Emma Kschesinski (5) led Rockway.
Senior action saw no surprises on Wednesday ---- Rez took out St. Benedict 44-24, backed by 14 from Janelle Santi and 11 from Jacqui Rodrigues. Meagan Mason (13) and Andrea Zapanza (9) led the Saints.
St. Mary's blasted Rockway 57-6. Laura Franco (12) and Casey Palmero (11) provided double-digit efforts for SMHS, while Alex Hood had all 6 Flame points.
Junior Standings & Playoff Picture
1. St. Benedict 9-0
2. Resurrection 7-2
3. St. Mary's 5-4
T4. St. David 3-6
T4. Monsignor Doyle 3-6
6. Rockway 0-9
Notes:
a) St. Benedict has clinched 1st, Resurrection 2nd, and St. Mary's 3rd.
b) Therefore - Resurrection will host St. Mary's in one semifinal. St. Benedict will host the 4th place team in the other.
c) SDCSS & MDCSS will play on Monday --- the winner will get the final playoff position as well as the "AAA" CWOSSA berth!
Senior Standings & Playoff Picture
1. St. Mary's 9-0
2. St. David 6-3
T3. Resurrection 5-4
T3. Monsingor Doyle 5-4
5. St. Benedict 2-7
6. Rockway 0-9
Notes:
a) The top 4 teams (SMHS, SDCSS, RCSS, MDCSS) have clinched playoff berths; SMHS will finish 1st overall.
b) Assuming Rez takes care of winless Rockway on Monday, they will finish no worse than 3rd.
c) If SDCSS beats MDCSS on Monday, they will finish 2nd, Rez 3rd, Doyle 4th.
e) If MDCSS beats SDCSS on Monday (by 4+ points), Rez gets 2nd, Doyle 3rd, SDCSS 4th.
f) If MDCSS beats SDCSS on Monday (by 1 or 2 points), Rez gets 2nd, St. David 3rd, MDCSS 4th.
....so, still a lot to sort out on the senior side.
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