Experiment Over: John Curtis Defeats University Lab

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> John Curtis closed out its 2025 season with a 48–38 win over University Lab at home. Find out which players stepped up in the finale.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["946182"],"_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-69518ed1235ff"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Janiyah was the unquestioned star and leading scorer of the night, putting on a performance that felt effortless yet relentless. University Lab simply had no answer for her, as she consistently got to her spots and created offense whenever she wanted. Whether she was attacking off the dribble, finishing through contact, or capitalizing on defensive mistakes, Janiyah stayed in complete control of the game. She didn't just score — she set the tone. Her energy on both ends of the floor lifted her teammates, and her instincts showed up defensively as well, jumping passing lanes and creating extra possessions. She finished the night with 19 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 steals, a stat line that reflects her dominance but still doesn't fully capture how much pressure she put on the defense all game long.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='489571' first='Ke'Sonja' last='Nelson']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'6u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12123","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"John Curtis","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69518ed1236d6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ke'Sonja played one of her most complete games of the season, showcasing her ability to impact the game in multiple ways. She scored timely baskets when her team needed a spark, but she didn't stop there. Ke'Sonja was active on the boards, fought for tough rebounds, and displayed great court vision by finding open teammates with smart, unselfish passes. Defensively, she was locked in, picking up on-ball steals and anticipating passing lanes to disrupt University Lab's rhythm. Her poise and versatility stood out, and she was a steady presence throughout the game. Ke'Sonja finished with 10 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists, and 3 steals, proving just how valuable her all-around play was.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["947834"],"_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-69518ed12373b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bailey brought nonstop energy and effort, especially on the glass, where she seemed to be everywhere at once. She hustled for every rebound and wasn't afraid to go up strong, often grabbing boards over taller or more physical players. What really separated Bailey was her motor — she played with an edge and intensity that never wavered. Offensively, she did a great job attacking defenders off the dribble, getting downhill, and finishing plays with confidence. Her aggression kept the defense on its heels and opened up opportunities for others. Bailey ended the night with 13 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 steals, a reflection of how hard she worked on both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["946184"],"_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-69518ed12378f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jayla made her presence felt by knocking down a couple of key three-pointers that helped keep the momentum firmly in her team's favor. Her shooting stretched the defense and forced University Lab to adjust, which created space for her teammates to operate. Beyond her scoring, Jayla showed toughness on the boards, battling for rebounds and securing extra possessions. She also contributed as a playmaker and defender, staying active and engaged throughout the game. Jayla finished with 9 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals, delivering a balanced performance that played a big role in the team's success.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["947746"],"_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-69518ed1237e0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Raven was the quiet star of the night, making her impact felt in ways that don't always show up on the stat sheet. She embraced her role and did all the little things that help a team win — setting solid screens, boxing out to free up rebounds for her teammates, and hustling back on defense every time down the floor. Raven's effort and awareness helped maintain structure and flow, and her selfless play allowed others to shine. While the numbers may not tell her story, her presence was felt throughout the game, and her contributions were invaluable to the team's overall performance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->