The ‘Battle of the Cats’ between Garnet Valley and Altoona in the Class 6A Sweet 16 matchup ended with a 54-38 victory for Garnet Valley, propelling them to the quarterfinals. Led by Haylie Adamski’s 19 points and 9 rebounds, Garnet Valley dominated from the start, taking a 32-6 lead at halftime. Despite a late push from Altoona, Garnet Valley remained composed and secured the win. Addie Adamski and Kylie Mulholland also contributed 12 and 10 points, respectively.
Garnet Valley’s strong defense and offensive execution were key factors in their success, according to players and coach Joseph Woods. They will now face Cardinal O’Hara in the Elite 8.
Altoona, with a record of 24-3, ended their season despite a standout performance from Melana Eyer, who scored 19 points with five 3-pointers. Coach Chris Fleegle praised the team’s accomplishments in the season, including a District 6 three-peat and Mid-Penn title.
Overall, Garnet Valley’s dominant performance in the ‘Battle of the Cats’ showcased their strength and determination, setting them up for a challenging matchup against Cardinal O’Hara. Both teams displayed impressive skills and sportsmanship, making for an exciting game with a clear winner in Garnet Valley.
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