Lady Eagles Fly High for a Cause: Mountain View Shines in Coaches vs Cancer Opener
By: Justin Bradley | Sportzwire | January 27, 2025 | Photo courtesy Andrea Mecca (Borden Photography)
A Night of Hoops, Heart, and Hope
The Mountain View Lady Eagles didn’t just step onto the court Monday night—they took flight. In front of a lively home crowd decked out in colorful attire for Coaches vs. Cancer night, the Eagles soared past Susquehanna with a commanding 53-17 victory. But this game was about so much more than basketball.
More Than a Game
The Mountain View School District kicked off Coaches vs. Cancer Week in full force, bringing the community together for an unforgettable night of hoops and hope. The Luau-themed event encouraged fans to dress in their favorite Hawaiian garb and take in the amazing stories shared by guest speakers BethAnn Masters & Sabers Principal, Richard Emmons.
The gym buzzed with excitement—not just for the game, but for the heartfelt activities surrounding it, from the Wall of Honor remembering loved ones to the well received Pie in the Face Contest that had the crowd roaring with laughter.
Between the basket raffles, 50/50 drawing, and concessions, funds were raised to support the fight against cancer. And as the Mountain View & Susquehanna players laced up their sneakers, they knew they weren’t just playing for a win—they were playing for a cause bigger than themselves.
Lady Eagles Take Flight
From the opening tip, it was clear Mountain View was locked in. They stormed out to a 14-4 lead in the first quarter and never took their foot off the gas. By halftime, the Eagles had built a 32-6 advantage, and the energy in the gym only continued to grow.
Leading the charge was Aubrey Sanders, who stuffed the stat sheet with 15 points and five assists. Right there with her was Ryleigh Kilmer, who lit it up from beyond the arc, drilling five three-pointers on her way to 15 points. Addison Kilmer was a force in the paint, racking up 12 points, 11 rebounds, and five blocks to round out a dominant performance.
For Susquehanna, Esther Davis fought hard, leading her team with seven points, but the Eagles’ relentless defense made every possession an uphill battle.
A Victory Beyond the Scoreboard
When the final buzzer sounded, Mountain View had secured a decisive win, improving to 14-3 (8-1 in conference play). But the real victory? The sense of unity in the gym tonight.
As players, coaches, and fans embraced, it was clear that Coaches vs. Cancer isn’t just about raising money—it’s about raising spirits. It’s about coming together, playing for something bigger, and reminding everyone that when a community unites, incredible things happen.
The Lady Eagles will take this momentum forward, not just into their next game, but into the rest of their Coaches vs. Cancer events, continuing to play with purpose—on and off the court.
