They’ve won 7 of their last 8 games. They’re fourth in the section. Our Lady Knights are flying.
In a recent game against Northwest Christian High School, the Knights iced a close victory: 34-32. This win was thanks to 23 points from Center CintaTonnesen, as well as all around fantastic defensive effort. The Knights went back and forth with the opposing Crusaders until the final seconds of the game. With less than five seconds remaining, Cinta hit a short jumper to put her team up by two. Northwest failed to get the ball down court for a final shot, leaving TPA with the win.
As was evidenced in the Northwest game, this team has made great strides since the beginning of the season. Freshman Point Guard MaryGrace Brittain says, “Lately we’ve been putting things together, and we’re working a lot better as a team.”
In addition to current success, the girls basketball program can certainly expect greatness in the near future. The team is led by many starters with a year or more left of eligibility. Also, the JV team has been progressing as a unit, using a devastating zone defense to embarrass opposing point guards.
Despite division shifting that left massive schools in Division 4, the Lady Knights have remained competitive. They destroyed Coronado High 44-10, even though Coronado has upwards of 1,200 students.
The next game for TPA are on February 1st and 5th, at Tempe Prep Gym. Come and support your team! We hope the Knights continue their winning ways, and we look forward to watching them finish the season strong.