Blue Valley North Basketball Tournament Photo Gallery

Varsity Basketball places third in Blue Valley North tournament.

  • Fouled on a layup, freshman Shannon Karlin pushes the lead up to double digits in the second half of the third place game against Staley. The Storm defeated Staley 45-33 Friday, Jan. 19.

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  • Junior Molly Wagner balances the basketball in her hand before going up strong for a free throw. The Storm went on to defeat Staley at the Blue Valley North High School varsity basketball tournament 45-33 Friday, Jan 19.

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  • Looking for the open pass, senior co-captain Sarah Totta protects the ball against Staley sophomore Gracie Neff.

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  • Senior co-captain and guard Amaya Adams rushes towards the open lane after getting past Blue Valley North junior defender Ellie Kuckelman. The Storm was defeated in a close game against the Mustangs 53-59 Thursday, Jan. 18.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Freshman Shannon Karlin aims for a free throw after being fouled on the drive. The Storm was defeated by the Blue Valley North Mustangs 53-59 Thursday, Jan 18.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Senior post Maddie Young protects the ball while looking for an open teammate in an offensive play. The Storm was defeated in a close game against the Blue Valley North Mustangs 53-59 Thursday, Jan. 18.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Focusing on the basket, senior guard Meghan Frerking prepares to shoot a free throw after being fouled on a fast break. Sion went on to defeat Staley at the Blue Valley North varsity basketball tournament 45-33 Friday, Jan 19.

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  • Senior guard Meghan Frerking aims to pass the ball over Staley senior Lindsey Gilbert. Sion went on to defeat Staley at the Blue Valley North varsity basketball tournament 45-33 Friday, Jan 19.

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  • Senior guard Meghan Frerking dribbles down court past Blue Valley North guard Mckenna Simons and junior Kayley Cassaday keeping the ball alive for another possession. The Storm was defeated in a close game against the Blue Valley North Mustangs 53-59 Thursday, Jan. 18.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Contributing to the win against undefeated Sumner Jan. 17, senior co-captain Sarah Totta looks for the open pass while running an offensive play in the second half. The final score was 54-50.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Junior guard Molly Wagner dribbles past Blue Valley North sophomore Lexy Farrington pushing the tempo of the game to bring the score within single digits. The game ended in a loss against Blue Valley North 53-59 Thursday, Jan. 18.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Preparing to shoot, senior co-captain Mariah Lynn increases her team’s lead and helping them beat Sumner with a final score of 54-50 Jan. 17 in the Blue Valley North tournament.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Attempting to draw the foul, senior guard Meghan Frerking finishes a layup against Blue Valley North junior Kayley Cassaday. The Storm was defeated in a close game against Blue Valley North 53-59 Thursday, Jan. 18.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Senior co-captain Amaya Adams dribbles down the court while protecting the ball from the Blue Valley North defense. The Storm was defeated in a close game against Blue Valley North 53-59 Thursday, Jan. 18.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Catching her breath, freshman guard Shannon Karlin prepares to shoot a free throw to bring the Blue Valley North lead within single digits. The Storm was defeated in a close game against Blue Valley North 53-59 Thursday, Jan. 18.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Helping the team beat undefeated Sumner during the Blue Valley North tournament. 54-50 Jan. 17, sophomore post Kamryn Rogers drives the open lane for a layup passing Sumner sophomore defender Jazelle Gill.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Contributing to the win against Sumner in the Blue Valley North tournament Jan. 17, senior guard Meghan Frerking finishes her layup while teammates help box out.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Senior guard Meghan Frerking dribbles past Sumner sophomore TyJae Clark and senior Shenice Canady for a layup. Undefeated Sumner lost in the Blue Valley North tournament with a final score of 54-50 Jan. 17.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Junior guard Mia Mcley passes Sumner seniors Tremon Dodds and Crystal Glinsy for the open layup. The Storm beat undefeated Sumner in the Blue Valley North tournament with a final score of 54-50 Jan. 17.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Senior co-captain Mariah Lynn grasps Athletic Director and Varsity Basketball Coach Kate Pilgreen after a hard fall hustling for the turnover. The team defeated Staley with a final score of 45-33 Jan. 19 giving them third place in the tournament overall.

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  • Focused on the hoop, senior guard Meghan Frerking prepares to shoot a free throw during a game against Sumner Academy. The Storm was ahead the entire game and beat the undefeated Sumner in the Blue Valley North tournament with a final score of 54-50.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • While avoiding the double team, freshman Shannon Karlin in a close game prevents a turnover by dribbling out of heavily defended territory. Sumner lost in the Blue Valley North tournament with a final score of 54-50 Jan. 17.

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  • Senior co-captain Sarah Totta dribbles quickly down the court to set up an offensive play. Sumner was defeated in the Blue Valley North tournament with a final score of 54-50 Jan. 17.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Senior Meghan Frerking goes in for a layup while being guarded by Sumner sophomore Vanessa Rodriguez. Sumner was defeated in the Blue Valley North tournament with a final score of 54-50 Jan. 17.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Sophomore Kamryn Rogers protects the ball after getting the rebound. The Storm defeated Sumner with a final score of 54-50 Jan. 17.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Senior Meghan Frerking defends as Sumner senior Dominique McDaniel brings the ball up the court. The game ended up in a win against undefeated Sumner in the Blue Valley North tournament with a final score of 54-50 Jan. 17.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Junior Gretta Allen warms up before the game against Staley. The team went on to defeat Staley with a final score of 45-33 Jan. 19.

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  • Athletic Director and Head Varsity Basketball Coach Kate Pilgreen cheers on her team in the first half against Sumner Jan. 17. The game was a win against undefeated Sumner in the Blue Valley North tournament with a final score of 54-50.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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  • Senior Meghan Freking attempts to go past Sumner junior Mya Allen. The game ended in a win over undefeated Sumner in the Blue Valley North tournament with a final score of 54-50 Jan. 17.

    PHOTO | Paige Ritter
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Varsity basketball placed third in the Blue Valley North tournament held Jan. 18 through 20 at Blue Valley North High School. The Storm beat undefeated Sumner Academy 54 – 50 Wed, Jan. 18. They lost a close game to BVN 53 – 59 Thurs, Jan. 19. In the third place game Friday, Jan. 20, the Storm beat Staley 45 – 33. BVN won the tournament, Lee’s Summit North placed second and other teams participating in the tournament included Blue Valley Northwest, Shawnee Mission West, Saint James Academy and Blue Valley West.

The team had placed second in The Kearney Tournament the previous week and were confident going into the tournament, according to senior co-captain Sarah Totta.

“We were happy with our performance in all 3 games we played, although the loss to BVN was a tough one,” Totta said. “Our coaches were very proud with the team and the effort we gave throughout the entire tourney.”