SJA Jaguars v Cleveland Hts.

The Jags overcame a 16-2 first quarter deficit and rallied to defeat Cleveland Heights, 40-36.


Despite poor shooting, the young and scrappy Jags used tenacity, grit, and defense to scratch and claw their way to victory. The youthful Jags refused to lose!


The Jags were led by senior Brittany Morrison with 12 points and 10 rebounds.
Sophomore guard Gia DiMassa had 10 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 steals. Sophomore Claire Orsagos had 7 points and 3 steals in addition to a hustling overall floor game.
Senior Hailey Grant added 5 points, 3 assists, and 3 steals. Sophomore Colleen Drellishak contributed 3 points, 8 rebounds, 2 assists, and 3 steals.


Although they did not score, freshmen Molly Dever, Bre Coleman, Kathleen DeCarlo and Junior Rachel Kean were a huge part of the comeback with their their hustle, defense, and overall physical play. Sophomore Ellen Vichill also added 3 points on a timely 3-pointer and had 3 rebounds.

SJA Jaguars v Avon

The youthful Jags played their hearts out but lost to a talented Avon team, 63-52.

 The Jags led at halftime, but could not sustain momentum in the second half.

The Jags were led by a monster and dominating performance from senior Brittany Morrison  who registered 29 points, 15 rebounds, and 5 steals.
Senior Hailey Grant played solid basketball and contributed 12 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists.
Sophomore guard Gia DiMassa added 8 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists.
Sophomore point guard Claire Orsagos, playing with an injury the entire game, had her usual high energy floor game, high defensive intensity also added 3 assists and 2 steals.


Freshman Molly Dever also had a hustling floor game, played solid defense, and added 3 steals.

SJA Jaguars v Mentor

The Jaguars were defeated by Mentor, 49-47.

 After a rough first quarter the Jags battled valiantly, but 

were unable to complete their comeback. 

The Jags were led by sophomore Gia DiMassa with 19 points, 2 assists and 2 steals. 

Sophomore Claire Orsagos contributed 7 points, 4 assists, 1 charge and an aggressive floor game. 

Junior Rachael Kean had 5 rebounds and solid defense. 

Freshmen, Kathleen DeCarlo, Bre Coleman and Molly Dever 

injected energy into the team and were a major part of the 

Jags spirited comeback attempt. 

SJA Jaguars v Orville

The youthful Jaguars lost its season opener 43-39 to the

 Orville Red Riders, in the Stark County Hoopfest at 

Walsh University.

 The Jags were led by sophomore Colleen Drellishak's 10 

rebounds and 4 points. Sophomore Gia DiMassa added 

8 points and a fine overall floor game. Gia also received the 

player of the game award for her performance. 

Senior Hailey Grant contributed 7 points and 4 assists.

 Senior Brittany Morrison added 12 points and 8 rebounds. 

UPCOMING EVENTS

Father Daughter Basketball Clinic

Monday, October 27th
5/6th grade session      5:30-7:00pm
7/8th grade session      7:00-8:30pm
$20 per Father/Daughter


Taught by Varsity Coach Maggie Ferrando and staff




Father/Daughter Clinic Registration Form

Youth Basketball Camp

Jaguar Youth Basketball Camp

June 16-19

Girls entering grades 3-5 8:30am-11:30am $100

Girls entering grades 6-9 12:30pm-3:30pm $100

Enhance your fundamental basketball skills while competing in individual and team games, drills and contests. Please bring a water bottle and appropriate shoes.

Camp Director: Ms. Maggie Ferrando, Varsity Basketball Coach

Registration Deadline: June 9th

Link to register:

http://issuu.com/saintjosephacademy/docs/1314summercamp_brochure_final_web

Summer Info

Information about summer basketball for all interested girls will be posted in May.  Please check back


Incoming Freshman will play on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Westlake Recreation. 


Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors information will be posted soon.