SPORTS PDHS Panthers Experience Mixed Results in Recent Volleyball and Basketball Matches!

Paris Panthers Report with George

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In a series of intense athletic encounters, the Panthers' senior and junior girls' volleyball teams faced formidable opponents, while the junior boys' basketball team showcased their skills. The senior boys' basketball team, however, encountered some challenges in their recent games Let's delve into the details of these sportingevents.

Senior Girls Volleyball:

The senior girls' volleyball team demonstrated their dominance on December 14 when they clashed with Assumption College The Panthers exhibited exceptional teamwork, swiftly defeating their opponents in three consecutive games, securing a resounding victory.

However, the team faced setbacks in their subsequent matches On December 19, the Panthers engaged in a fierce battle against McKinnon Park, resulting in a hard-fought loss of three games to two Similarly, their encounter with Pauline Johnson on December 21 proved to be an intense affair, with the Panthers narrowly missing out on victory with another three games to two defeat.

Junior Girls Volleyball:

The junior girls' volleyball team displayed remarkable prowess in their matches. They commenced their campaign against Assumption College on December 14, but unfortunately, they fell short, losing all three games. Nevertheless, the team exhibited determination and resilience throughout the contest Another notable fixture took place on December 21 against Pauline Johnson. The Panthers fought valiantly but ultimately suffered a defeat, again by three games to two. Noteworthy performances were delivered by Mya Padusenko and Claire Livingston, who showcased their skills on the court.

Basketball:

The junior boys' basketball team showcased exemplary skills and teamwork in their recent matches. On December 19, they clashed with McKinnon Park and emerged victorious in a closely contested match, with a final score of 58-54 in favor of the Panthers The team's success was attributed to their exceptional rebounding and defensive strategies Canaan Sherbino led the scoring charts with an impressive 17 points, while Dexter Quesnel contributed 11 points to secure the win However, the team faced a challenging encounteragainst

Pauline Johnson on December 21, resulting in a 62-78 loss. Despite their best efforts, the Panthers were unable to overcome their opponents' strong performance.

Senior Boys Basketball:

The senior boys' basketball team encountered a tough battle against McKinnon Park on December 19. The Panthers struggled to find their rhythm, missing several three-point attempts and neglecting rebounding opportunities. As a result, they found themselves trailing the Blue Devils with a score of 17-7. In the second half, the Panthers adjusted their strategy, focusing on driving to the basket and securing defensive rebounds. This change proved effective, narrowing the deficit to just three points by the end of the third quarter (28-31). However, a combination of missed and questionable calls from the referees affected the Panthers' momentum, ultimately leading to a 51-66 loss. No report was available for the Panthers' subsequent game against Pauline Johnson on December21.

Despite facing some challenges, the Panthers' athletes demonstrated unwavering determination and perseverance throughout their recent matches With their commitment to improvement and teamwork, they continue to strive for success in future competitions.