Photos: Sabres Strike Back To Down Blackbirds

On Friday, Jan. 16, the Voorheesville girls’ basketball team hosted a Colonial Council matchup against Schalmont. The Birds started quickly in the first half but the Sabres stormed back in the second half to beat the Birds, 55-51.

The Enterprise — Michael Koff

Quick release: Blackbirds’ Sophia VonFricken releases a three-point shot right in front of the outstretched arms of Schalmont’s Vincenza Angelozzi. VonFricken had 10 points.

The Enterprise — Michael Koff

Hard drive: Blackbirds’ Mia Carmody breaks through the arm defense from Schalmont’s Milania Tebano. Carmody had 12 points.

The Enterprise — Michael Koff

Prepared to fire: Blackbirds’ Emma Diamantis sets herself behind the three-point line as she prepares to shoot. Diamantis had three points.

The Enterprise — Michael Koff

Curled at the elbow: Blackbirds’ Sue Han Deane sets herself at the top of the lane as she looks to take a shot.

The Enterprise — Michael Koff

Lift off: Blackbirds’ Maddy Tabakian releases a three-point shot as Schalmont’s Madi Montrym tries to block it. Tabakian had 11 points.

The Enterprise — Michael Koff

Clearing the fingertips: Blackbirds’ Mia Carmody watches the ball leave her hand as she takes a three-point shot before Schalmont’s Sandra Cirilla gets to her. Carmody had 12 points.

The Enterprise — Michael Koff

Making a move: Blackbirds’ Katie Burns looks to drive towards the hoop along the baseline as the Schalmont defender stays close by. Burns had 15 points.