Mount Saint Joseph High School vs St. Frances Academy

Apologies for the late recap but the performance from St. Frances Academy boys basketball is still worth highlighting after their 84–73 win over Mount St. Joseph on January 13. St. Frances set the tone early, dominating the first half on both ends of the floor. The Panthers played with pace, shared the ball well, and controlled the glass, building a comfortable lead before halftime. Offensively, Terence Jones III and Carter Fisk led the way with 27 points each, combining for a powerful scoring punch that consistently broke down the Gaels’ defense. Chance McCoy added 12 points, providing timely buckets and energy throughout the game. On the boards, Jaliel Spears finished with a team-high 8 rebounds, while Jones III (7 rebounds), McCoy (6 rebounds), and James Branch (5 rebounds) helped St. Frances control the paint. Fisk also contributed as a playmaker, leading the team with 5 assists. After halftime, Mount St. Joseph made adjustments and lifted their intensity, allowing them to close some of the gap in the second half. However, the Panthers’ dominant first-half performance proved to be the difference as St. Frances held on for the victory.