Addison ends varsity Ladycat hoops team’s season

by Eva Gucker

The Lady Wildcat’s basketball team ended their season Wednesday night in the semi-finals of districts against the Addison Panthers, losing 70-40.

Although the first quarter showed some promise for the Wildcats, Addison’s skill and athleticism was superior and led to the defeat of Pittsford. Stopping Addison from making three-pointers was the major downfall for Pittsford, as the Panthers knocked down 10 from long-range. If the Ladycats gave Addison a chance for a shot, there was a very high chance of scoring. Pittsford’s lack of rebounding also hurt them. “We gave up so much dribble penetration that the Addison guards were able to kick it to open shooters spotted along the perimeter,” said Coach Hoover.

In the second half the Panther’s press caused trouble for Pittsford and led to many turnovers that quickly became Addison points. “We lost a little composure and rushed our decision-making, and that played right into their hands; they really want to force tempo,” explained Hoover. By this point, Addison had increased their lead to 25 and Pittsford was unable to catch up.

Senior Marisa Hamilton led with 15 points, seven rebounds, and five steals in her final high school game. Junior Katelyn Kipfmiller had 11 points and 10 rebounds. Pittsford ended their playoff season against a great team and should be proud to have made it to that point after a great win Monday night over Manchester. “Nothing that happened against Addison can take away from how hard the girls worked all year, the weekly improvement the girls made, or from the huge win against Manchester on Monday,” said Hoover.

The Ladycats finished 9-13 overall, and 8-6 in the league.