Girls’ basketball in Hopewell is developing a strong pipeline of talent not only at the varsity and junior high levels but in the youth programs as well.
The Hopewell 6th Grade Lady Vikings travel team started action in the South Side tournament last weekend with games on Friday and Saturday but action on Sunday was canceled because of the weather.
In the first game, Hopewell soundly defeated Burgettstown by the score of 30-9. The scoring was spread out evenly between Peyton Raines, Amzey Budris, Emmy Bokor and Piper Bokor.
In game two, Hopewell pitched a shutout, beating Beaver, 27-0. The leading scorer for Hopewell was Gigi Ceccarelli with 7 points, with Emmy, Piper and Sophia Tiller leading the way defensively and completely locking down the paint for the entire game.
After a week off because of weather, the Lady Vikings were back on the court yesterday to complete the tournament, and they came away as champions!
In the semifinal game, Hopewell defeated Beaver, 26-16 and then beat Burgettstown in the championship game, 43-8. They were able to pick up this tournament win despite being without Budris, their starting point guard.
In the two games on Saturday, Emmy Bokor led the offense with 25 points, while Peyton Raines contributed a crucial 21 points, with Piper Bokor adding another 15 points.
The team’s toughness, physicality, and suffocating press did not go unnoticed as they drew the attention and compliments of all the officials and numerous spectators at the tournament!
After competing in those two games, this group of girls had to play another league game on Saturday and came away with a 31-13 win over Beaver Falls.
The Hopewell coaching staff was very complimentary of the team defense led by Piper Bokor and Sophia Tiller in the paint, while Lily Burgess and Reese Budavich played tremendous perimeter defense.
This team has been playing together since 3rd grade and shows continued growth and dominance. Led by strong work ethic, great attitudes and incredible friendships. Valued resources like Craedel Kimbrough and legendary coach Joe Faletta have invested in this group of girls- recognizing the potential for this group of girls and pushing them every week.
Next up: return to league play Wednesday night vs Cornell at M7
Hopewell 6th Grade Girls Travel Team:
Emmy Bokor
Peyton Raines
Piper Bokor
Amzey Budris
Sophia Tiller
Gigi Ceccarelli
Lily Burgess
Reese Budavich
Hayden Sullivan
Alaina Jacobs
Katerina Spiropoulous
Coaches: Katherine Bokor and Brandi Budris



























