Geibel Catholic and Aquinas Academy squared off in some playoff action on Wednesday, but Geibel Catholic had to settle for second. They fell 65-56 to the Aquinas Academy Crusaders. The Gators have been going strong on the season, but this is now their second loss in a row.
Emma Larkin
| 02/26/25 vs Aquinas Academy | 3 |
| 02/24/25 vs Clairton | 2 |
| 02/20/25 vs West Greene | 6 |
| 02/06/25 @ Serra Catholic | 5 |
| 02/03/25 vs Monessen | 2 |
| + 10 more games |
When it comes to explaining why Geibel Catholic lost, don't look at Emma Larkin. Despite the final result, she posted 33 points along with five boards and three steals. Larkin is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in each of the last 15 games she's played. Mallory Clemmer was another key player, almost dropping a double-double with nine points and 11 rebounds.
Even though they lost, Geibel Catholic smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in eight consecutive contests.
Aquinas Academy's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Tess Duer led the charge by going 9-for-19 to rack up 23 points. That makes it three consecutive games in which Duer has scored at least a third of Aquinas Academy's points. Another player making a difference was Carly Bezila, who scored 12 points and five steals.
Geibel Catholic suffered their first home defeat, dropping their record down to 22-3. As for Aquinas Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-8 record this season.
As of now, neither Geibel Catholic nor Aquinas Academy have any future games scheduled.
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