Basketball

CHANDLER, Ariz. – St. Francis was out-scored 25-5 in the fourth quarter as Warren broke open a close game to defeat the Troubadours 66-40 Saturday afternoon in the Nike Tournament of Champions.

“We have to continue to work on our passing and our control of the ball under pressure,” said Head Coach Vic Pitton.

Kyle Huffman scored a game-high 14 points for the Troubadours.

“Kyra really embraced her role and was the most effective player we had on the court,” said Head Coach Vic Pitton. “Kudos to her for really stepping up, we needed her and she pulled through.”

CHANDLER, Ariz. – The St. Francis basketball team lost their opening game at the Nike Tournament of Champions to Chandler 57-45 Thursday morning.
The Troubadours led 38-32 in the final seconds of the third quarter after posting a 10-1 run capped by a left-side three-pointer by senior Abby Dow, who finished with five points.

“We got after it and forced turnovers and were able to get into transition,” said Head Coach Vic Pitton of the third quarter. “We pushed the ball down the court to get some easy baskets. We had momentum going our way.”

LODI, Calif. – Susie Rogers scored a game-high 17 points to lead St. Francis to a 47-42 victory in the championship game of the Lodi Christmas Tournament Saturday afternoon.

“It feels good,” said Rogers. “I think we have really improved over time. We won as a team. We are playing as a team and we are running our offense and defense better each game.”

LODI, Calif. – Sophomore Lauren Craig scored a career-high 23 points and grabbed 10 rebounds to lead St. Francis to a 58-54 victory over Rocklin in the Lodi Christmas Tournament Thursday afternoon. Rocklin entered the game ranked No. 5 in the Sacramento Bee Top 20.

“Lauren is just getting stronger offensively and playing very aggressively to get her shot,” said Head Coach Vic Pitton. “She is battling on the boards against more experienced players. She has really given a great effort and climbing far faster than anyone would expect.”

LOOMIS, Calif. – St. Francis erased a double-digit first-quarter deficit to take Del Oro down to the final seconds before the  Eagles prevailed 46-45 in a hard-fought non-league game Monday night.

“Our defensive intensity was very strong,” said Head Coach Vic Pitton. “We gave ourselves an opportunity and got back in the game after digging a deep hole. It is the resiliency and chemistry of this team that allows them to play as a unit. They are getting better and better.”

CHICO, Calif. – Three players scored in double figures to lead the St. Francis basketball team to a 53-37 victory over Woodcreek in the Pleasant Valley Viking Tournament Friday night.

Junior Susie Rogers scored a game-high 14 points to lead the team, scoring in double figures for the third time this season. Sophomore Lauren Craig had a season-high 10 points, while senior Amanda Davenport also recorded 10 points.

PLACER, Calif. – The St. Francis basketball team opened the 2013-14 season with a 51-40 victory over Placer Tuesday night.  Susie Rogers scored a team-best 15 points and Abigail Dow added nine points for the Troubadours.

Overall, 10 different players scored in the contest. Raven Robinson added six points, Lauren Craig notched five points and Kyra Huffman ad Danika Bailey each chipped in four points.

It was the season opener for the Troubadours.