If Roncalli Catholic was riding high fresh off their 62-34 takedown of Conestoga last Tuesday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Roncalli Catholic Crimson Pride fell 53-40 to the Fort Calhoun Pioneers on Wednesday. The Crimson Pride were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Pioneers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in February of 2023.
Fort Calhoun was led to victory by Raeann Massey and Ansley Elofson. Massey went 5-for-10 on her way to 17 points and five boards, while Elofson dropped a double-double with 16 points and 11 rebounds. That's the most rebounds Elofson has posted since back in December of 2024. Another player making a difference was Maelie Nelson, who had six points along with nine boards and five steals.
Roncalli Catholic has been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-16 record this season. Fort Calhoun is on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-8 record this season.
Roncalli Catholic does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Fort Calhoun, they have already played their next contest, a 46-35 loss against Malcolm on the 20th.
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