GBB 05-06

Leah Cotton Sets New OCS single season and career scoring record at OCS.

It was announced in last night's game that Leah Cotton is now the new varsity girls single season and career scoring leader for Olathe Christian School - a mark held by Jenny Marvine for many years. Leah scored twenty-four points in last night's game v. East KS City Lions and is close to reaching the 1,000 point total for her very young career. Congratulations, Leah. Leah is a ninth grader.

Lady Warriors Win State Crown

For the first time in its history, Olathe Christian School captured a state tournament championship. The Lady Warriors Win State! Led by scoring guard, forward and post Leah Cotton, the Lady Warriors proved too much for the much taller team from Wichita. For the first time in the history of Olathe Christian School's history, our girls can say, "WE ARE THE STATE CHAMPIONS! The effort of the girls was amazing. Amy Green's inside and outside presence proved too much for the opposing teams to handle. Young Hannah Miller was able to give many quality minutes in the game. The rebounding effort of the West girls caused the Wichita coach to just shake his head. Elise Cotton's inside presence provided a great lift to the team. Senior Rebecca Spear ends her basketball career with a state championship and an all-tournament medal. Leah Cotton and Amy Green were also named to the all-tournament team.

The defensive effort of the girls holding much taller teams to low-scoring contests was a major difference maker as well.

Perhaps a greater win was the win over Cair Paravel in the semi-final game. Cair Paravel is a complete team with three girls 5'11" or more, a great shooting guard and good point guard. Yet the Lady Warriors were able to prevail in this game by four, 44-40. This is an amazing over-achieving team. Congratulations to Coach McCree for an amazing season.

More news to come in the Lady Warrior news section.

More Accolades for Lady Warriors

After leading Olathe Christian to their first girls basketball state title, Amy Green and Leah Cotton were announced to the all-KCAA 1st team. In addition, Leah Cotton was named KCAA Girls Basketball Player of the Year.

Leah Cotton Named KCAA Player of the Year

When Athletic Director Jonnie Smith and I interviewed Coach McCree for the OCS girls basketball team, Coach McCree was told he would be coaching one of the top girl basketball player in the Kansas City area. That statement was further reinforced this week when Leah Cotton was named the KCAA girl basketball player of the year and this by a unanimous vote of the KCAA coaches. Leah accomplished this in her freshman year of high school. Congratulations to Leah and Coach McCree.

Credit is due her family and teammates. It helps to have such a great bunch of girls to work with and co-Allstate KCAA player Amy Green.

Lady Warriors Upset Field and Take State

With a total of 7 players on the roster, the Lady Warriors defeat the #6, #2, and #1 seeds' to capture the schools' first ever girls basketball state title. Read more in 'Girls Basketball Section'.

More Accolades for Lady Warriors

We Are The Champions

Going into state as the #3 seed, the Lady Warriors faced an uphill battle to capture their first ever state title. Thursday night, they face #6 seed, Word Of Life, defeating them, 52-24. Friday night, the Lady Warriors battled the #2 seed, Cair Paravel Lady Lions in a tournament classic. Olathe Christian led most of the game until the Lady Lions mounted a comeback and too

k the lead midway thru the 4th quarter. But the Lady Warriors toughened up on defense and hit some key free throws down the stretch to retake the lead and hang on to win, 44-40. Saturday night would be the toughest battle for the Lady Warriors. They faced the #1 seed and host team, Wichita Homeschool Warriors. Wichita Homeschool jumped on the Lady Warriors early, capatilizing on some bad shooting by Olathe Christian and taking a 24-14 lead into halftime. Riding the momentum of a Jenny West 3-pointer, the Lady Warriors cut the lead to 6 points by the start of the 4th quarter. The comeback continued into the 4th quarter where the Lady Warriors outscored Wichita Homeschool, 16-8, and won the game, 45-43. All 16 points were scored by Amy Green and Leah Cotton. This is the schools' first ever Girls Basketball state title. Congratulations go out to all the players and coaches;Elise Cotton, Rebecca Speer, Jenny West, Christina West, Hannah Miller, Amy Green, Leah Cotton, assistant coach, Blair Waltz, and head coach Phillipe McCree.

Congratulation to KCAA All-Tournament Players

After capturing their first state title, 3 Lady Warriors were announced to the KCAA all-tournament team. Special recognition goes out to senior Rebecca Speer, sophomore Amy Green, and freshman Leah Cotton.

Lady Jags Too Physical for Lady Warriors

From tip-off, you knew it was going to be a long night for the Lady Warriors. Olathe Christian won the tip and had a wide open lay-up, and missed the shot. From that point on, it was a battle to get shots toward the rim for the Lady Warriors. The Hartford Lady Jaguars brought a physical brand of defense to the game, holding the Lady Warriors to 39 points. Hartford won the game, 46-39. The Lady Warriors finish the regular season with a record of 15-8. The Lady Warriors will next compete in the KCAA state basketball tournament in Wichita. Olathe Christian goes into the tournament as the #3 seed. They will play Word of Life at 7pm on Thursday

4th Quarter Dooms Lady Warriors

Down by 1 point going into the 4th quarter, the Lady Warriors were unable to generate enough offense to comeback a defeat the Lady Bulldogs of Waverly High School. The Lady Bulldogs outscored Olathe Christian 12-4 in the final quarter, leading them to a 49-40 victory. The Lady Warriors return to action Friday night at home versus Hartford High School. Tip off is at 6:30pm at Gardner Elementary.

Lady Warriors Edge Flint Hills

The Lady Warriors looked a stepped slow in the first half, after battling the flu that has plagued the team the last week. They started off slow trailing Flint Hills, 21-13 at half. Led by Amy Green's 18 points, the Lady Warriors fought back to win 39-38. The Lady Warrior conclude their conference season with a 5-3 record and move to 15-6 overall. Next game for the Lady Warriors will be Thursday at Waverly. Tip off is at 5:30pm.

Re-match Goes to Lady Warriors

The Lady Warriors came out on fire Friday night, as they faced their rival from Veritas Christian. Earlier this year, the Lady Eagles of Veritas won an overtime game over the Lady Warriors. But this time, Olathe Christian came out determined and led the game from start to finish and winning, 56-44. The Lady Warriors will return to action Tuesday night against Cair Paravel. Cair Paravel won the earlier match-up, 41-33 on the Warriors home floor. Tip-off in Topeka is at 6pm.

Slow Start Dooms Lady Warriors

Scoring 6 points in the first quarter and scoring 18 total points in the first half, proved to be the demise of the Lady Warriors. Flint Hills hit timely free throws and big shots down the stretch to hold on and defeat the Lady Warriors, 42-44. The Lady Warriors return to action this Friday against Veritas Christian. The game is in Eudora. Tip off is at 6pm.

Lady Warriors too tough for KC East on Senior Night

The Lady Lions of KC East Homeschool jumped out to a 7-2 lead, but the Lady Warriors quickly responded taking control of the game, 13-11, and never trailed again. Inspired by their lone senior, Rebecca Speer, the Lady Warriors shut down a powerful KC East team, 45-39. Now 13-5, the Lady Warriors will return to conference play and travel to Manhattan to take on Flint Hills Christian. The game is Tuesday, January 31 at 5pm.

Lady Warriors Too Much For Lady Braves

The Lady Warriors improved to 12-5 by beating the Lady Braves of Berean Christian, 59-36. The Lady Warrior defense proved to be too much for the Lady Braves, as they were held to 9, 2nd half points. The Lady Warriors will battle KC East Homeschool this Friday at 6pm at Land Gymnasium. A special recognition will be paid to senior, Rebecca Speer

3 In A Row Too Much For Lady Warriors

For the 3rd game in 4 days, the Lady Warriors found themselves down at the start of the 4th quarter. This time however, they were unable to mount a timely comeback. The Lady Warriors fell short to Heartland Academy 45-54. The Lady Warriors are now 11-5 and will travel to Berean Christian on Tuesday. Tip is at 5:00pm

Cardiac Kids Do It Again

For the second game in a row, the Lady Warriors found themselves down by double digits at the start of the 4th quarter. The McLouth Lady Bulldogs controlled the game with a tough defense and timely baskets. Down by 1 point with 11 seconds left, the Lady Warriors capatilized on a defensive breakdown and scored the winning basket. Now 11-4, the Lady Warriors
will play at Heartland Academy, tonight at 5:30pm.

Comeback leads to OT victory

After being down by 10 points to start the 4th quarter, the Lady Warriors fought back to tie the game 43-43 with a minute left. The Lady Warriors stalled to take the last shot, but it rimmed in and out at the buzzer. In overtime, the Lady Warriors dominated the extra session, outscoring the Lady Titans 8-0 and going on to a 51-43 victory. The win propelled their record to 10-4 and surpassing last year's victory total. The Lady Warriors will go on the road to take on 4A McLouth, Thursday night at 6:30p.

WAHAA stunned by Lady Warriors

For the first time in over 5 years, an Olathe Christian girls athletic team defeated a WAHAA team. In a game that saw over 20 lead changes, the Lady Warriors found a way to prevail over the defending KCAA state champions 52-47. The Lady Warriors improved their record to 9-4, matching their total of wins from the 2004-2005 season. Now 3-2 in the KCAA, the Lady Warriors will venture out of conference and go on the road to take on Lee's Summit Christian on Tuesday. Tip is at 5:30pm.

Lady Warriors drop 2nd straight at home

After jumping out 10-0 run to start the game, the Lady Warriors succumb to a fierce comeback by Veritas in overtime, 49-53. This marked the second straight lose at home for the Lady Warriors. The Lady Warriors fall to 2-2 in KCAA conference play and 8-4 overall. Next game will be in Wichita versus Wichita Homeschool. Tip is at 4pm

Lady Warriors Slay Crusaders

After suffering their first loss at home last Friday, the Lady Warriors went on the road and beat a tough Tri-City team. The Lady Warriors defeated the Lady Crusaders 39-32 and improved their record to 8-3. The Lady Warriors will return home this Friday to take on KCAA rival Veritas Christian School. The Lady Warriors are 2-1 in conference play this season. Tip off is at 6:00pm at Land Gymnasium.

Ladies Suffer First Conference Loss to Cair Paravel

The size and strength of Cair Paravel proved to be the difference as the Lady Lions ended the Lady Warriors 3-game win streak, 32-41. This loss was the first defeat at home for the Lady Warriors sending their record to 7-3 overall and 2-1 in KCAA conference play. The Lady Warriors will try to regroup at Tri-City on Tuesday. Tipoff is at 6:00pm.

Lady Warriors Improve to 7 - 2

After 2 weeks off for Christmas break, the Lady Warriors returned to action Tuesday to defeat Midland Adventist, 60-24. The Lady Warriors jumped out to an early lead and never trailed in the game. The Lady Warriors have won 3 straight, improving their record to 7-2, and are still undefeated at home this season. Friday night, the Lady Warriors will face the Lady Lions of Cair Paravel in a pivotal KCAA conference game. Tip off is at 6pm.

Lady Warriors win 2nd straight

The Lady Warriors pull out another win over the Lady Braves from Berean Christian, 47-43. The game was closely contested throughout, until a late run in the fourth quarter, capped off by a Christina West ten-foot jumper that gave the Lady Warriors the lead for good. The Lady Warriors improved their record to 6-2 and 4-0 at home. Next game will be on the road at Plaza Heights, Tuesday, December 20. Tip off will be approximately at 6:30pm.

Lady Warriors hold off Wellsville

The Lady Warriors defeat 3A Wellsville 44-43. Despite a furious comeback by the Lady Eagles of Wellsville, the Olathe Christian Lady Warriors were able to improve their record to 5-2 on the season. The next game for the Lady Warriors is against rival Berean Christian School. Tip off is at 6:30pm at the Cook Center on the campus of Mid America Nazerene University.