Solu Nzekwu (8) holds the ball up and away from the other team.
Solu Nzekwu (8) holds the ball up and away from the other team.
Harper Wade

Girls Varsity Basketball defeats Newport Central Catholic on home turf

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January 22, 2026
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Emori Kinney (8) expertly keeps the away from her defender and dribbles toward the basket. "The best part about the team is the friendships and just playing together," Kinney said.

On Saturday, Jan. 17, the Girls Varsity Basketball effectively defeated Newport Central Catholic with a final score of 53 to 44. 

Kaylee Mills (12) led the team with the most points scored throughout the game. She shot a successful 17 points and had five two-point goals. Right behind her was Katie Bucher (12), who secured 12 points and had three two-point goals. 

Avery Barber (12) completed a solid 11 points against NCC and made 3 three-point goals out of four attempts. Bailey Richey (9) and Maddy Lickert (11) both scored four points total for the team and two two-point goals each. 

The Varsity Girls Basketball team worked incredibly hard to defeat our biggest rivals at our home court and succeeded in doing so. The next game is on Jan. 22 against Cooper at 7:30 on their home court. Be there and be loud, bluebirds!

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Harper Wade
Harper Wade, Intro. Staff
Harper Wade is a freshman at Highlands and has been a part of the district since kindergarten at Moyer. She does horseback riding at Highland Acres Stables and is a member of FCCLA. She enjoys running, traveling, and being with friends. Her favorite things to write about are the stories of students, and she loves taking pictures. This is her second year in the journalism program, and she is excited to see the opportunities it will bring her.
Savannah Teismann
Savannah Teismann, Intro. Staff
Savannah Teismann is currently a freshman at Highlands and this is her second year in the Journalism program. She is a flyer on the Highlands Junior Varsity cheerleading team and loves getting to cheer at different games. She enjoys running, being with friends, and traveling. She prioritizes her academics and ensures that school comes first. She is very excited to see what the new year holds as a member in Journalism.
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