Sport: Boys Basketball
Age: 4th Grade
Date: 7/28/16

Wayne County Update

Basketball vs. Westmont

The boys took a commanding lead in the first quarter, going up 17-0 to start the game. Leading the way was Finn M. with 10 points. Casey B. also contributed 9 points as well. In truth, points were not the reason these boys won the game. Starlight’s defensive intensity was on point and their ball movement on fast breaks was a key to their success. Colby H. and Ben S. had great hustle plays at the end of the game. Great overall team effort. Their headed to the championship round! Final Score 29-9.

Sport: Girls Lacrosse
Age: 8th/9th Grade
Date: 7/26/16

Wayne County Update

Lacrosse vs. Camp Wayne

Starlight fought for a semifinal victory on Tuesday over Camp Wayne, behind goals from 5 different Starlighters. Amanda S. led the scoring effort with 5 goals, Chelsea S. tallied 3, Daryn C. had 2, and Sabrina W. and Olivia S. contributed with a goal a piece. Goalkeeper Marlie K. racked up 7 saves in the victory. Starlight opened up with a 5-0 lead, but Wayne cut the lead to 7-5 by halftime. It was touch and go until the end, but thanks to a strong defensive effort and great midfield transition play, Starlight held onto the lead to advance to the finals! Final Score 12-9.

“I would say never take the easy option when things get hard.”

-Shanice, Music Production

Sport: Boys Tennis
Age: 7th Grade
Date: 7/20/16

Wayne County Update

Tennis vs. Westmont

Jaden Y. played 3rd singles for Starlight and played some excellent tennis to win 8-1, which included some terrific half-volley returns! Doubles 1 featuring Julian A. and Sam L. showed some great chemistry to pull out the victory 8-3. The decisive match was all up to Dan W. and Aidan K. The pair showed solid skills on the way to another 8-3 win. Final Score 3-2.

Sport: Girls Lacrosse
Age: 6th/7th Grade
Date: 7/23/16

Wayne County Update

Lacrosse vs. Chen-A-Wanda

Starlight advanced to the Wayne County finals with a 11-10 overtime victory over Chen-A-Wanda on Saturday, with Rachel H. scoring the game winning goal. Rachel finished with 5 goals. Additionally, Gabby G., Jordyn P., Dani A., Juliette S., and Julia H. all scored a goal in the win. Final Score 11-10.

Sport: Boys Basketball
Age: 5th Grade
Date: 7/24/16

Wayne County Update

Basketball vs. Weequahic

The boys from Starlight took a commanding lead after a slow start thanks to pestering defense from Shai A. and Reece S. Both players combined for 6 points and 5 steals. Joey S. staunchly manned the middle and finished with 6 points, 8 rebounds, and one powerful block! Sawyer W. had a solid game with 4 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 steals. Last but not least, Jacob Z. ran the offense and finished with 3 assists and 2 steals. Final Score 24-11