The Lady Dons opened up the Marin Catholic Invitational with a 53 to 46 victory over highly regarded Capuchino. It was a good win for our very young team, as Capuchino came into the game rated #13 in the Bay Area (West Coast Preps). After trailing early, the girls exploded with a three point barrage led by Karyss Lacanlale’s 15…
The Lady Dons varsity team started their season Saturday with a victory on the road against Windsor by a score of 45 to 32. It was a game where the girls took control early and maintained a modest lead throughout the first half. At halftime the margin was 7 points, however, a quick run in the 3rd quarter stretched the…
The lady jv Dons traveled up to Sonoma County for their season opener against Windsor. The Dons scored first and never trailed, despite a couple late runs by Windsor, winning 38-333. Sophomore Addie Martin led the scoring effort with 13 points, junior Apple Walton added 11 points and sophomore Katherine Leamy contributed 8 points. Freshmen Sophia Sinha and Elena Russo…
In the Varsity Girls Basketball Foundation Game Tuesday the Lady Dons beat Arroyo 78 to 15. The girls raced out to a 31 to 3 first quarter lead and never looked backed. Freshmen Dulcinea Vail and Karyss Lacanlale led the way with 24 and 23 points each. Natalie Frechman and Emily Du both added 8 points, while Jenna Steele chipped…
Time for hoops! Conditioning workouts for girls basketball are being held every Monday & Wednesday from now through the end of October 330-5pm (meet in the weight room). Any girls potentially interested in playing on the Acalanes teams this year are welcome to join! Also, there is Open Gym on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 3:30-5:30 (meet in small gym) – everyone…
Last two games of the 2021 season were back to back with Senior Night on Wednesday. The Lady Dons took on Miramonte at home. Tied early in the second half, the Mats went on a 9-0 scoring running that was hard to overcome. Great effort from Sophomore Emily Du and Freshman Natalie Lyon each scoring 12 points and Senior Grace…
The Lady Dons had their home rematch against the Campo Cougars. This battle was all about defense. The Dons’ trapping style defense shut down Campo’s offensive firepower. (Campo scored 75 points against the Dons on Monday.) Incredible effort from Sophomore Emily Du, Senior Gabby Schneider, Freshman Kelly Todhunter and a breakout performance from Freshman Natalie Lyons adding 9 big points…
The Lady Dons took on St. Patrick’s of Vallejo in a hard fought battle at home yesterday. The Dons struggled early to find their rhythm in the first half. With great adjustments at half time, our defense led by Freshman Jenna Steele held off St. Patrick’s best player. This allowed our offense to go to work. Sophomore Isabella Aris-Dumas had 12…
The Lady Dons took on their cross town rival Campo Cougars in Moraga. Freshmen Jenna Steele and Kelly Todhunter, along with Sophomores Emily Du and Isabella Aris-Dumas. turned in a great effort on both ends of the floor. Isabella scored 12 points and Senior Grace Gebhardt added 30 points in a losing effort. Final score Campo 75 Dons 60. Next…
Lady Dons took on Alhambra in a hot Acalanes gym. Sophomore Emily Du got off to a great start with a quick six points and finished with 11 points. Alhambra kept fighting and tied up the game 24-24 at half time. The Dons slowly pulled away in the second half as Senior Grace Gebhardt scored 26 points. Acalanes won 51-38. …