Valley View Outlasts Abington Heights, Clinches Season Sweep on Senior Night
By: Brad Loff | Sportzwire | February 10, 2025 | Photo courtesy BL Sports Photography.com
Valley View Secures Victory Over Abington Heights with Strong Team Effort on Senior Night
Final Score: Valley View 48, Abington Heights 42
In a pivotal Division I matchup, Valley View defeated Abington Heights 48-42 on Senior Night, sweeping the season series and solidifying their hold on the No. 2 seed for the District 2 Class 4A playoffs.
Game Summary: Valley View started strong, dominating the first quarter with a 17-5 run. Despite a second-quarter surge from Abington Heights, narrowing the gap with an 18-point effort, the Cougars maintained composure. They matched Abington's intensity in the second half, scoring 11 points in both the third and fourth quarters to secure the win.
Key Performers:
Ava Gazoo: Led the Cougars with 15 points, free-throw shooting (3-of-5) and consistent scoring inside the paint.
Giada Costa (Senior): Contributed 10 points, including a key three-pointer, providing offensive stability when Abington Heights applied pressure.
Maggie Pegula (Senior): Added 7 points, showcasing efficiency at the free-throw line (3-of-6).
Daniella Ashby (Senior): Provided strong defensive presence and added 4 points, playing with passion and leadership on her special night.
Sadie Cardoni: Contributed 4 points, offering critical defensive plays and rebounds.
For Abington Heights, Emma Coleman was the standout performer with 18 points, including two three-pointers. Sydney Pallman added 8 points, while Madeleine Walsh chipped in with 6 points.
Team Statistics:
Valley View: 17 field goals, 2 three-pointers, 12-of-23 from the free-throw line.
Abington Heights: 16 field goals, 3 three-pointers, 7-of-12 from the free-throw line.
Season Impact: With this victory, Valley View improves to 18-3 overall and 10-3 in Division I, strengthening their playoff positioning. Abington Heights falls to 11-10 overall and 7-6 in the division.
Top Scorers:
Ava Gazoo - 15 points
Giada Costa (Senior) - 10 points
Emma Coleman (Abington Heights) - 18 points
Maggie Pegula (Senior) - 7 points
Sydney Pallman (Abington Heights) - 8 points
