Kaylynn Waters makes stunning return to lead New Castle in comeback wins
Kaylynn Waters, New Castle High senior guard, poured in 36 points in her first game back from ACL surgery and followed with a 4 point effort in a double overtime victory over Lake Ridge Academy. Her 77 points over the weekend earned Lawrence County Athlete of the Week honors as coach Jason Rankin praised her attack mentality and continued improvement after a lengthy rehab.
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Kaylynn Waters from New Castle, a 12th grader, plays guard forward and returned strong after a knee injury. She scored 36 and 41 in consecutive games, helping New Castle wins, with parents Deanna Clark and Jermaine Waters noted and plans to pursue basketball and physical therapy in college.
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Fagan nails late 3 as Wilmington tops Mohawk 66 63
In a tense nonleague thriller, Wilmington's Rocco Fagan hits a four second left 3 after Derrick kick out, lifting the Wildcats past Mohawk 66 63. Coach Jeckovitch lauds Fagan's confidence and tough finish while Mohawk misses key free throws. Timeline includes late defense, a buzzer attempt by Lucas Grim, and postgame reflections on ball handling and defense.
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Nonleague hoops roundup features close Ellwood City win
Ellwood City Lincoln held off Freedom 53 42 in a nonsection game as Brandon Lucarelli led the Wolverines with 17 points and Matt Morella 12. Neshannock’s John Sansone scored 20 with five rebounds and three assists while Sam Peduto topped Quaker Valley with 22. Sirbka of Slippery Rock hit a coast to coast layup at the buzzer as the Lady Rockets beat the Lady Lancers 39 37 after a late rally.
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Wilmington Lady Greyhounds Top West Middlesex Behind Elliott Career High
Wilmington 47 West Middlesex 37 as Alanna Elliott erupts for a career best 22 points guiding a comeback. The team trailed 15-8 after the first, held West Middlesex scoreless in the second to take a halftime lead, then outscored them 28-22 in the second half to seal the win. Elliott previously peaked at 14 as a freshman.
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