Team Lightning Melious 17U Gold bounced back from a tough loss, defeating Alabama Starz 60-46 in the third place showdown. Emma Sollenne and Stella Ziogas led the charge, showcasing resilience and skill. Coach Dan Melious expressed pride in the team's accomplishments this season.
Category: high school girls’ basketball
Lightning Gold Battles Tough in Semifinals Loss to BounceNation FBC
Team Lighting Melious 17U Gold fought back from a deficit but ultimately lost to BounceNation FBC. Stella Ziogas and Claire Fitzpatrick led the team's efforts, praised for resilience by coach Dan Melious. The team faces the third-place playoff in the Splash National Championship.
Emma Sollenne Leads Lightning to Victory Over Team Huddle with 19 Points in Splash Hoops Quarters
Emma Sollenne scored 19 points, leading Team Melious Lightning 17U Gold to a 58-31 victory over Team Huddle. Stella Ziogas made her mark after illness, while Claire Fitzpatrick and Angelika Quadrino also contributed.
Team Lightning Melious 17U Gold Secures Quarters Berth with Claire Fitzpatrick and Kyley Gary-Grayson’s Leading Performances
Team Lightning Melious 17U Gold secured a 65-62 victory against the Midwest Wildcats, advancing to the quarterfinals of the Splash National Championship. Claire Fitzpatrick and Kyley Gary-Grayson excelled, with Coach Melious praising their exceptional performances. Sara Landry and Skye Pressley also made crucial defensive contributions.
Kyley Gary-Grayson, Emma Sollenne Lead Team Melious Lightning 17U Gold to Victory
Stella Ziogas was absent, but Kyley Gary-Grayson stepped up, scoring 16 points in Team Melious Lightning's 61-49 victory. Emma Sollene contributed 19 points, and Claire Fitzpatrick posted a double-double. Team Lightning faces the Midwest Wildcats next.
Kyley Gary-Grayson’s Clutch Performance Leads Team Lightning Melious Gold NE2K to Victory Over Cheetahs
Team Melious Lightning Gold NE2K pulled off a thrilling victory against the Vanier Cheetahs at The Splash Basketball Tournament, with Kyley Gary-Grayson's clutch performance forcing overtime and key contributions from Claire Fitzpatrick and Stella Ziogas. Defense from Emma Sollenne and Ziogas also played a crucial role in the win.
Ashley Kreiger: Rising Sophomore Earns D-I Offer from Penn State Nittany Lions Women’s Basketball
Rising sophomore Ashley Kreiger of Ranney School and Philly Rise EYBL 16U received a Division I offer from Penn State University for women's basketball. With strong stats and potential, she's gaining attention from D-1 programs. Penn State had a solid 2023-24 season.
Stella Ziogas Impresses with 22 Points and Nine Assists in Team Lightning 17U Gold NE2K Victory
Stella Ziogas of New Rochelle High School showcased her skills as a guard, contributing 22 points, nine assists, six steals, seven rebounds, and two block shots in Team Lighting's 57-44 victory over the Capital City Tyrants. Kyley Gary-Grayson and Skye Cameron-Pressley also made significant contributions in the game.
Syniya Barton Earns Hofstra University Pride Women’s Basketball Program Offer
Monsignor McClancy's Syniya Barton, 2025 Rising Stars AAU, receives offer from Hofstra University Pride Women's basketball program. Averaging 9.7 points, nine rebounds, and two steals as a sophomore, named Team MVP in the Rose Classic Tournament. Hofstra's 2023-24 record: 11-21 overall, 3-15 in CAA conference.
Eastern University Eagles Offer Division III Opportunity to Adriana Summersett
St. Thomas Aquinas guard Adriana Summersett received a Division III offer from Eastern University Eagles Women's basketball program, her second offer. She also holds an offer from St. Joseph’s University (N.Y.). Summersett has performed well in high school and AAU tournaments.

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