Ridgeline’s Early Control Carries Them to District Title

<!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Ridgeline vs University</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>What Stood Out</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ridgeline established control early and held it throughout. The Falcons jumped out to a 15-8 first quarter lead and extended it to 31-19 by halftime before widening the gap further in the second half. Their defense limited University's efficiency, contesting shots and using length to disrupt rhythm in the half court. The run of the game came early and built a lead large enough that Ridgeline could manage the clock and rotate through its lineup with confidence. A final score of 65-40 reflected a blend of disciplined execution, rebounding control, and consistent scoring from multiple players across four quarters.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Who Stood Out</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["766482"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6999e86e849c6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Handran led University with 22 points, showing she is a go-to scorer in pressure moments. She attacked the rim and knocked down shots from beyond the arc, providing her team's most consistent scoring threat all night. Her aggressiveness forced Ridgeline to adjust defensively and kept the Titans within game flow early.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1753098"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6999e86e84a5e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Axton led all Ridgeline scorers with <strong>18 points</strong> and was a focal point of their offense. She attacked the paint with confidence and hit shots at key moments when Ridgeline needed to maintain separation. Her ability to score in a variety of ways forced University's defense to react, opening opportunities for her teammates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["759432"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6999e86e84ac5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Crowley added <strong>17 points</strong> and was efficient in finishing low and from midrange. Her physical play on both ends helped Ridgeline control rebounding and interior possessions. Her presence opened space for Ridgeline's guards and prevented University from shrinking the lead in the middle quarters.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["918760"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6999e86e84b26"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sheridan chipped in <strong>11 points</strong> and contributed as a steady ball handler and distributor. She kept the offense fluid and limited turnovers, especially when University tried to disrupt Ridgeline's sets. Her decision-making and calm play under pressure kept Ridgeline in control even when the score tightened briefly.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ridgeline never surrendered control of this game. By building an early lead and executing on both ends, the Falcons dictated the narrative and did not allow a comeback window for University. High-impact play from Axton, Crowley, and Sheridan, coupled with consistent defense, made Ridgeline the deserving District 6 3A champions. University fought hard, led by Handran's scoring, but could not overcome the Falcons' balanced attack and momentum control. Both teams advance to state, but this game belonged to Ridgeline.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->