The St. Anthony’s Sabres girl’s basketball team is back on the court this season after a year’s hiatus.
“I am very happy with the attitude the team has, they are very tenacious but play with respect and sportsmanship,” said coach Chloe Grant. “Because of the inconsistencies of the last few years for the team, they have a lot to learn, but certainly they possess a lot of raw talent and desire.”
While there are only seven players on the squad, Grant says they make up for the low numbers with athletic ability, size and attitude.
“They are definitely a team that knows how to give it their all. I have often seen them play their very best in the last quarter of a game, when one would think we would have a huge disadvantage because of our small size, but they can dig deep and find some extra energy to outplay most teams when they should be exhausted,” said Grant.
She adds they are very coachable.
“They are good listeners and I feel as a coach they are very receptive to listening to my instructions, even in the heat of an intense play,” she said.
All of her players bring something special to the court, said Grant. Stahl is a very good ball handler, has a good eye of the court, is very energetic and will give all she has until the end of the game.
Darby Andrus has developed into a strong scorer, even knocking down 58 points. She has a beautiful inside shot and is extremely athletic, often playing entire games without a sub.
Bailey Faubion is working the point for the Sabres. She handles stress very well and keeps the ball moving. She also has a great outside shot.
Kia Bergos plays on the wing and has a great eye of the court, is very skilled at finding where we are falling apart and then communicating that to the team. She is also very tenacious.
Rounding out the squad is their youngest player Madison Colberg, who plays down low.
“She has a ton of raw talent, and is learning lots. She is a great defender and a great listener,” said Grant.
Southpaw Kelly Memme can hit three pointers and fulfills some ball handling duties.
Cheyanne Chilby plays the wing and has a very positive attitude. Coach Grant said she is one of the most vocal cheerers and is also is a great defensive player, often out rebounding posts who are a foot taller than her.
Tonight the squad hits the court for an alumni game at 5 p.m.