The once again shorthanded Jaguars played valiantly, but lost in overtime to Walsh Jesuit, 59-54.
The scrappy and feisty Jags were led by Junior Brittany Morrison's 15 points, 4 steals, and 17 rebounds. Freshman point guard, Gia DiMassa , played with the poise of an upper classman as she scored 10 points(including three, 3-pointers), dished out 5 assists, and played an overall solid floor game against constant harrassment from the opponent.
Senior Nicole McManamon had 11points(including three, 3-pointers) and played solid defense, and Junior Hailey Grant had 10 points(including two, 3-pointers) and 5 steals. Senior Greta Burry had 6 points, 10 rebounds, and a very unselfish 8 assists.
Monday, December 30, 2013
SJA vs Avon
The Jaguars notched a nice win with a 65-52 victory over a very good Avon team.
Although the Jags continue to play shorthanded, the team received contributions from a variety of players.
Senior Greta Burry had a very balanced, unselfish effort as she had 11 points, 10 rebounds, 5 steals, and 3 assists, and played solid team defense. Junior Brittany Morrison was hampered by foul trouble but still contributed 14 points and 14 rebounds.
Junior Hailey Grant had 12 points, including four, 3-point baskets. Hailey had three, 3-pointers in the first quarter that were instrumental in keeping the Jags in the game at that point. Freshman point guard Gia DiMassa registered a very solid performance with 11 points (including two, 3-point baskets), clutch free throws in the 4th quarter, 5 assists, and an overall solid floor game with the ball in her hands.
Senior Nicole McManamon had 8 points (including two, 3-point baskets) and continues to play hustling defense. Sophomore Natasha Martinez had 9 points and an overall good floor game.
Although the Jags continue to play shorthanded, the team received contributions from a variety of players.
Senior Greta Burry had a very balanced, unselfish effort as she had 11 points, 10 rebounds, 5 steals, and 3 assists, and played solid team defense. Junior Brittany Morrison was hampered by foul trouble but still contributed 14 points and 14 rebounds.
Junior Hailey Grant had 12 points, including four, 3-point baskets. Hailey had three, 3-pointers in the first quarter that were instrumental in keeping the Jags in the game at that point. Freshman point guard Gia DiMassa registered a very solid performance with 11 points (including two, 3-point baskets), clutch free throws in the 4th quarter, 5 assists, and an overall solid floor game with the ball in her hands.
Senior Nicole McManamon had 8 points (including two, 3-point baskets) and continues to play hustling defense. Sophomore Natasha Martinez had 9 points and an overall good floor game.
Monday, December 16, 2013
SJA vs St. Vincent St. Mary
The Jaguars nearly upset the #1 ranked team in Northeast Ohio, but lost a heartbreaker to Saint Vincent-Saint Mary,
63-60.
The Jaguars displayed tremendous fight and tenacity as they kept coming back and coming back against this powerhouse opponent.
It was a total team effort, as eventually 3 of the Jags would foul out during the team's spirited second half rally.
Individual statistical leaders were senior Nicole McManamon with 15 points, including five three-point baskets; junior, Brittany Morrison, with 18 points and 10 rebounds and senior, Greta Burry, with 10 points and 10 rebounds. Sophomore, Natasha Martinez also contributed significantly with 6 points, 5 assists, and 5 steals.
63-60.
The Jaguars displayed tremendous fight and tenacity as they kept coming back and coming back against this powerhouse opponent.
It was a total team effort, as eventually 3 of the Jags would foul out during the team's spirited second half rally.
Individual statistical leaders were senior Nicole McManamon with 15 points, including five three-point baskets; junior, Brittany Morrison, with 18 points and 10 rebounds and senior, Greta Burry, with 10 points and 10 rebounds. Sophomore, Natasha Martinez also contributed significantly with 6 points, 5 assists, and 5 steals.
Friday, December 13, 2013
SJA vs Cleveland Heights
The Jaguars defeated the Cleveland Heights Tigers 60-46.
The Jags played an aggressive game defensively, and were led by the hustling defense of senior Nicole McManamon who had 17 points, including four three-point field goals.
Junior Brittany Morrison posted yet another double/double, with 15 points and 16 rebounds. Senior Greta Burry contributed 10 points and 10 rebounds, while freshman point guard Gia DiMassa had 5 assists against intense defensive pressure.
The Jags played an aggressive game defensively, and were led by the hustling defense of senior Nicole McManamon who had 17 points, including four three-point field goals.
Junior Brittany Morrison posted yet another double/double, with 15 points and 16 rebounds. Senior Greta Burry contributed 10 points and 10 rebounds, while freshman point guard Gia DiMassa had 5 assists against intense defensive pressure.
Sunday, December 8, 2013
SJA vs Holy Name
The Jaguars defeated a very good Holy Name basketball team, 69-49.
The Jags were led by another double-double from junior Brittany Morrison who tallied 21 points and 18 rebounds. Sophomore Natasha Martinez had 17 points, including 5, 3-point field goals.
Senior Nicole McManamon had 11 points and Senior Greta Burry had 9 points and an impressive 11 rebounds.
Monday, December 2, 2013
SJA vs Canton Timken
The Jaguars defeated Canton Timken 69-38 at the Hoopfest showcase held at Walsh University.
It was the first win of the season for the Jags. The Jags were led by player of the game honoree, junior Brittany Morrison, who had 12 points and an impressive 16 rebounds.
The Jags also received contributions from sophomore Natasha Martinez with 12 points and 4 assists; junior Hailey Grant with 11 points and 6 steals; and senior Greta Burry with 14 points.
It was the first win of the season for the Jags. The Jags were led by player of the game honoree, junior Brittany Morrison, who had 12 points and an impressive 16 rebounds.
The Jags also received contributions from sophomore Natasha Martinez with 12 points and 4 assists; junior Hailey Grant with 11 points and 6 steals; and senior Greta Burry with 14 points.
Sunday, November 24, 2013
SJA vs Lakewood
The Jaguars opened their basketball season with a 68-48 loss to a scrappy and hustling Lakewood team.
The Jags were lead by the ruggedness of junior post Brittany Morrison who had 11 points and seven rebounds and the poised play of freshman point guard Gia DiMassa, who had 9 points to go along with a solid floor game in her first ever varsity game.
The Jags were lead by the ruggedness of junior post Brittany Morrison who had 11 points and seven rebounds and the poised play of freshman point guard Gia DiMassa, who had 9 points to go along with a solid floor game in her first ever varsity game.
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
Tuesday, October 22, 2013
Monday, September 9, 2013
Upcoming Events
Father/Daughter Basketball Clinic
Thursday, October 17th.
All Fathers/Guardians are invited to bring your grade school daughter to this fun and informative clinic. Open to all girls grades 5-8. Clinic will be led by Varsity coach Maggie Ferrando, SJA basketball staff and current players.
Grades 5/6 6-7:30pm
Grades 7/8 7:30-9pm
Cost is $20 per daughter.
For more information please email Coach Ferrando
mferrando@sjastudents.org
Please include the following information:
Name
Mailing addresses, city, zip
Grade
School
Date of Birth
Parent Email address
Parent Phone#
Please visit our table at the
Saint Joseph Academy Open House
Sunday, October 27th
Monday, March 11, 2013
Jaguars Season Ends
The SJA Jaguars basketball season ended with a 41-33 loss to North Royalton in the District Semi-Finals at Valley Forge. Senior Ann Conroy led the Jags with 13 points, 8 rebounds, Senior Dajia Jones had 12 rebounds and 4 steals.
The Jaguars were without senior guard Katie Battaglia, who broke her wrist in the previous game against Normandy. The loss of Battaglia was evident as the normally poised Jags had 25 plus turnovers. The Jags also sustained injuries during the game to freshman guard Natasha Martinez (knee) and sophomore post Brittany Morrison (leg cramps). The Jags also shot a dismal 15% from the field. However, despite some of these obvious hurdles, Coach Ferrando had high praise for the intense effort and toughness of her Jaguar team. Coach Ferrando also congratulated North Royalton on a fine performance.
Despite the loss, the Jaguars finished the season with an outstanding record of 22-3, against what Coach Ferrando calls a "meatgrinder" schedule. The final record makes this years team the greatest team in SJA basketball history since 1890.
The SJA Jaguars basketball season ended with a 41-33 loss to North Royalton in the District Semi-Finals at Valley Forge. Senior Ann Conroy led the Jags with 13 points, 8 rebounds, Senior Dajia Jones had 12 rebounds and 4 steals.
The Jaguars were without senior guard Katie Battaglia, who broke her wrist in the previous game against Normandy. The loss of Battaglia was evident as the normally poised Jags had 25 plus turnovers. The Jags also sustained injuries during the game to freshman guard Natasha Martinez (knee) and sophomore post Brittany Morrison (leg cramps). The Jags also shot a dismal 15% from the field. However, despite some of these obvious hurdles, Coach Ferrando had high praise for the intense effort and toughness of her Jaguar team. Coach Ferrando also congratulated North Royalton on a fine performance.
Despite the loss, the Jaguars finished the season with an outstanding record of 22-3, against what Coach Ferrando calls a "meatgrinder" schedule. The final record makes this years team the greatest team in SJA basketball history since 1890.
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Jaguars beat Normandy
The Jaguars defeated Normandy 76-48 in a second round state playoff game.
The Jags blew the game open with a dominating 33-6 third quarter.
The Jags were led by the determined play of Junior Greta Burry who had 18 points and 6 rebounds and Senior Daija Jones with 11 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists and 3 steals. Junior Nicole McManamon added 9 points and Sophomore Brittany Morrison had 13 points and 5 rebounds. Senior Sarah Schwind registered 6 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. Senior Paige Heneghan added positive energy off the bench with 5 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 steals.
The Jags improved their record to 22-2.
The Jaguars defeated Normandy 76-48 in a second round state playoff game.
The Jags blew the game open with a dominating 33-6 third quarter.
The Jags were led by the determined play of Junior Greta Burry who had 18 points and 6 rebounds and Senior Daija Jones with 11 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists and 3 steals. Junior Nicole McManamon added 9 points and Sophomore Brittany Morrison had 13 points and 5 rebounds. Senior Sarah Schwind registered 6 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. Senior Paige Heneghan added positive energy off the bench with 5 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 steals.
The Jags improved their record to 22-2.
Jaguars beat Lincoln West
The Jaguars defeated Lincoln West 78-36 in the first round of the state playoffs.
The Jaguars were led by the free and easy play of sophomore Hailey Grant who registered 12 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists, and 4 steals. Senior Layla Leon provided stellar point guard play and had 11 points and 6 assists. Sophomore Brittany Morrison aggressively posted 12 points , while senior Gab Avellone had 10 points, including three 3-pointers.
The Jaguars now advance to play Normandy high school. The Jags overall record improves to 21-2 on the season.
The Jaguars defeated Lincoln West 78-36 in the first round of the state playoffs.
The Jaguars were led by the free and easy play of sophomore Hailey Grant who registered 12 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists, and 4 steals. Senior Layla Leon provided stellar point guard play and had 11 points and 6 assists. Sophomore Brittany Morrison aggressively posted 12 points , while senior Gab Avellone had 10 points, including three 3-pointers.
The Jaguars now advance to play Normandy high school. The Jags overall record improves to 21-2 on the season.
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Jaguars beat Magnificat
The visiting Jaguars defeated #6 ranked Magnificat 49-43, in front of a standing room only and roaring crowd. The Jaguars were able to maintain their poise in a very dynamic and energized atmosphere. The Jaguars were led by senior Katie Battaglia with 13 points, Junior Greta Burry with 10 points, and Junior Nicole Macmanamon with 11 points.
Congratulations to the team! The team finished its regular season with a record of 20-2, the best in school history.
The visiting Jaguars defeated #6 ranked Magnificat 49-43, in front of a standing room only and roaring crowd. The Jaguars were able to maintain their poise in a very dynamic and energized atmosphere. The Jaguars were led by senior Katie Battaglia with 13 points, Junior Greta Burry with 10 points, and Junior Nicole Macmanamon with 11 points.
Macmanamon provided a huge spark for the Jaguars by hitting three, 3-point shots in the critical 3rd quarter. Down the stretch in the 4th quarter the Jaguars once again
demonstrated their poise when Seniors Ann Conroy, Daija Jones, and Katie Battaglia all made pressure free throws. Senior Sarah Schwind once again had a hustling floor game for the Jags. It was a night to remember for the tough and gritty Saint Joseph Academy basketball team.
demonstrated their poise when Seniors Ann Conroy, Daija Jones, and Katie Battaglia all made pressure free throws. Senior Sarah Schwind once again had a hustling floor game for the Jags. It was a night to remember for the tough and gritty Saint Joseph Academy basketball team.
Congratulations to the team! The team finished its regular season with a record of 20-2, the best in school history.
The team now focuses its energy on the team's second season- the state playoffs. Saint Joseph Academy basketball has never been to regional play in its long history. The team will continue to strive to rewrite basketball history at Saint Joseph Academy.
Sunday, February 10, 2013
Jaguars beat Lake Ridge Academy
In front of a sellout crowd, the visiting Jaguars defeated state ranked Lake Ridge Academy, 46-37.
The Jaguars displayed a very strong and gritty "team" defensive effort, that saw the Jags take numerous charges, win loose balls, and control the defensive boards.
In particular, Senior Sarah Schwind turned in a special defensive effort on the opposing team's key player. Junior Greta Burry scored 20 points.
The Jags are now 19-2.
In front of a sellout crowd, the visiting Jaguars defeated state ranked Lake Ridge Academy, 46-37.
The Jaguars displayed a very strong and gritty "team" defensive effort, that saw the Jags take numerous charges, win loose balls, and control the defensive boards.
In particular, Senior Sarah Schwind turned in a special defensive effort on the opposing team's key player. Junior Greta Burry scored 20 points.
The Jags are now 19-2.
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Jaguars beat Beaumont
The Jaguars defeated Beaumont 79-30.
Senior Katie Battaglia jump started the team with 3 first
quarter 3 pointers and the Jags never looked back. Junior
Greta Burry had 11 points, Junior Brittany Morrison had 10
points, and freshman Natasha Martinez also added 10 points.
Senior Paige Heneghan and Junior Caroline Becker
had a hustling floor game for the Jags. The Jags improved to 18-2.
Saturday, February 2, 2013
Jaguars beat Brush
On an emotional senior night, the Jaguars defeated Brush, 69-41.
The seven seniors: Paige Heneghan, Gab Avellone, Layla Leon, Sarah Schwind, Ann Conroy, Katie Battaglia, and Daija Jones all finished their home court, high school careers with a spirited performance. These seniors have led
the Jaguars to the best record in the school's history.
On this night in particular, the Jags were led by the high speed attacking of Senior point guard Layla Leon and the sharpshooting of Senior Katie Battaglia who had 19 points, including five 3 point shots. The Jags improved to 17-2.
These are a special group of seniors. They will be missed.
On an emotional senior night, the Jaguars defeated Brush, 69-41.
The seven seniors: Paige Heneghan, Gab Avellone, Layla Leon, Sarah Schwind, Ann Conroy, Katie Battaglia, and Daija Jones all finished their home court, high school careers with a spirited performance. These seniors have led
the Jaguars to the best record in the school's history.
On this night in particular, the Jags were led by the high speed attacking of Senior point guard Layla Leon and the sharpshooting of Senior Katie Battaglia who had 19 points, including five 3 point shots. The Jags improved to 17-2.
These are a special group of seniors. They will be missed.
Sunday, January 27, 2013
Jaguars defeated by Magnificat
The Magnificat Blue Streaks defeated the St. Joseph Jaguars 43-39 in front of a standing room only crowd. The Jaguars were led by Seniors Katie Battaglia and Dajia Jones with 15 and 9 points, respectively. Seniors Ann Conroy and Sarah Schwind contributed a solid floor game to help in the effort. The Jaguars record is now 16-2.
The Magnificat Blue Streaks defeated the St. Joseph Jaguars 43-39 in front of a standing room only crowd. The Jaguars were led by Seniors Katie Battaglia and Dajia Jones with 15 and 9 points, respectively. Seniors Ann Conroy and Sarah Schwind contributed a solid floor game to help in the effort. The Jaguars record is now 16-2.
Friday, January 25, 2013
Jaguars beat Cleveland Central Catholic
The Jaguars defeated Cleveland Central Catholic, 81-34. The Jags were led by the spirited play of senior Layla Leon with 9 points and a very solid floor game. Freshman, Natasha Martinez added 13 points, including two 3-pointers, and displayed solid floor play and point guard play. Senior Paige Heneghan added 9 points, including a 3 pointer,
and added some hustling floor play. Junior Grace Mullen added 6 points, and displayed smart, fundamental basketball. The Jags record now stands at 16-1.
The Jaguars defeated Cleveland Central Catholic, 81-34. The Jags were led by the spirited play of senior Layla Leon with 9 points and a very solid floor game. Freshman, Natasha Martinez added 13 points, including two 3-pointers, and displayed solid floor play and point guard play. Senior Paige Heneghan added 9 points, including a 3 pointer,
and added some hustling floor play. Junior Grace Mullen added 6 points, and displayed smart, fundamental basketball. The Jags record now stands at 16-1.
Monday, January 21, 2013
Jaguars beat Youngstown Ursuline
The Jaguars defeated Youngstown Ursuline 68-48. The Jags were led by the stellar floor game of senior point guard Sarah Schwind and the high energy of sophomore Brittany Morrison who tallied 14 points, 10 rebounds and 8 steals. Junior Nicole McManamon provided a spark off the bench with 8 points including 2 key three pointers. Junior Greta Burry contributed 14 points and Senior Daija Jones had 12 points. The Jags record is now 15-1 for the season.
The Jaguars defeated Youngstown Ursuline 68-48. The Jags were led by the stellar floor game of senior point guard Sarah Schwind and the high energy of sophomore Brittany Morrison who tallied 14 points, 10 rebounds and 8 steals. Junior Nicole McManamon provided a spark off the bench with 8 points including 2 key three pointers. Junior Greta Burry contributed 14 points and Senior Daija Jones had 12 points. The Jags record is now 15-1 for the season.
Sunday, January 13, 2013
Jaguars beat Glenville
Saint Joseph Academy Jaguars, ranked #4 defeated the visiting Glenville Tarblooders by a
score of 73-52. Senior, Katie Battaglia had 4 three pointers in the the first quarter to finish
with 16 points. Senior Ann Conroy had 13 points and Junior Nicole McManamon had 10
points. Sophomore Brittany Morrison had a double double with 14 points and 10 rebounds.
The Jaguars remain undefeated with a record of 14-0.
Thursday, January 10, 2013
Jaguars beat Padua
The number 4 ranked St. Joseph Academy Jaguars defeated the visiting Pauda Bruins by a score of 64-40 and improved their record to 13-0.
The Jaguars were led by Junior Greta Burry with 15 points, Senior Ann Conroy with 13 points and Senior Katie Battaglia with 7 points and 7 assists. Senior Sarah Schwind provided a spark with steller defense and 12 rebounds
The number 4 ranked St. Joseph Academy Jaguars defeated the visiting Pauda Bruins by a score of 64-40 and improved their record to 13-0.
The Jaguars were led by Junior Greta Burry with 15 points, Senior Ann Conroy with 13 points and Senior Katie Battaglia with 7 points and 7 assists. Senior Sarah Schwind provided a spark with steller defense and 12 rebounds
Sunday, January 6, 2013
Jaguars beat Notre Dame Cathedral Latin
The visiting #4 ranked Jaguars defeated the scrappy NDCL Lions by a score of 61-43. The Jaguars were led by Senior Ann Conroy with 14 points and 10 rebounds and Sophomore Brittany Morrison with 16 points and 6 rebounds. The Jaguars improved their record to 12-0 on the season.
Freshman won 49-29
Jv loss 36-39
The visiting #4 ranked Jaguars defeated the scrappy NDCL Lions by a score of 61-43. The Jaguars were led by Senior Ann Conroy with 14 points and 10 rebounds and Sophomore Brittany Morrison with 16 points and 6 rebounds. The Jaguars improved their record to 12-0 on the season.
Freshman won 49-29
Jv loss 36-39
Thursday, January 3, 2013
Jaguars beat Maple Heights
The #4 ranked St. Joseph Academy defeated Maple Heights Mustangs 59-23. The Jaguars were led by the energized play of Senior,Layla Leon, who had six points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists. Contributions were made by Junior, Grace Mullen with 7 rebounds; Junior, Nicole McManamon with 7 rebounds and 5 points; Sophomore, Hailey Grant with 4 rebounds and 2 steals; and an agressive floor game from Junior Caroline Becker. The game saw all 14 players particpate of which 13 scored. The Jaguars improved their record to 11-0
The #4 ranked St. Joseph Academy defeated Maple Heights Mustangs 59-23. The Jaguars were led by the energized play of Senior,Layla Leon, who had six points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists. Contributions were made by Junior, Grace Mullen with 7 rebounds; Junior, Nicole McManamon with 7 rebounds and 5 points; Sophomore, Hailey Grant with 4 rebounds and 2 steals; and an agressive floor game from Junior Caroline Becker. The game saw all 14 players particpate of which 13 scored. The Jaguars improved their record to 11-0
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
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