A Strong Start to the 7th Grade Basketball Season!
The North Cougars kicked off their basketball season with an exciting night against Colleyville, with all three teams bringing home victories! CLEAN SWEEP!!!
We are incredibly proud of the effort, teamwork, and positive attitudes our athletes displayed. From their determination on the court to the encouragement coming from the bench, these girls demonstrated what it means to represent North!
7th Grade C Team
Final Score: North 14 – Colleyville 6
Our C Team got off to a slower start, but once the girls settled in and found their rhythm, they began playing with confidence and intensity. They adjusted, worked together, and finished strong to secure a 14–6 victory!
It was great to see the girls respond to adversity, stay focused, and continue competing. That kind of growth and determination is exactly what we want to see early in the season!
Skye Stanback brought incredible energy to the bench, cheering so enthusiastically for her teammates that she lost her voice! She had a smile on her face throughout the game and was a wonderful example of what it means to be a supportive teammate. Daniella De Ollveria Lopes was a strong offensive contributor! Daniella helped lead the scoring effort with 4 points and played an important role in the team's victory. Taryn Hubble, Sofia Carrio and Nura Jian also contributed points to the scoreboard! It was great to see multiple players step up and help their team succeed.
? PLAYER OF THE GAME: KAMILA KOE
Kamila earned Player of the Game honors through her outstanding effort and determination! She played with heart, hustled throughout the game, and consistently gave her best on the court. Along with her strong work ethic, she contributed 4 points to the victory.
Kamila demonstrated the kind of effort and attitude that makes a difference for the entire team. We are proud of the example she set!
Great job, C Team! ??

7th Grade B Team
Final Score: North 41 – Colleyville 9
Our B Team wasted no time getting to work, coming out strong from the opening tip and maintaining their intensity throughout the game. The girls put together an impressive offensive performance, earning a 41–9 victory!
One of the most exciting statistics from the night was that 9 of our 10 players scored! This is a great reflection of the teamwork and unselfish play we saw on the court.
The girls shared the ball, supported one another, and played with confidence. It was especially rewarding to see them enjoying the game while working together toward a common goal.
Mia Reveruzzi had an excellent start to the season, contributing 8 points to the Cougars' victory. Her offensive effort helped set the tone for a successful night! With nine different players scoring and all ten contributing to the team's success, this was a true team victory. We loved seeing the girls share opportunities, encourage one another, and celebrate each other's accomplishments!
? PLAYER OF THE GAME: PAIGE DEAHL
Paige delivered an outstanding performance, leading the team with an impressive 14 points!
She played with confidence, determination, and great energy throughout the game. Paige's performance was a great example of what can happen when preparation and hard work come together.
We are proud of the way she stepped up and helped lead her team to victory!
Way to go, B Team! ??

7th Grade A Team
Final Score: North 47 – Colleyville 11
The 7th Grade A Team capped off the evening in impressive fashion, securing a victory and completing a clean sweep for the North 7th Grade basketball program! From tipoff to the final buzzer, the Cougars controlled the game on both ends of the floor, defeating the Colleyville Colts 47-11.
North's defensive pressure set the tone early, as the Cougars' aggressive full-court press consistently disrupted the Colts' offense and forced turnovers. The Cougars also controlled the boards, executed an effective 5-out offense, and saw contributions from nearly every player on the scoreboard.
June Aburahma contributed 8 points, while Layla Riley made her presence felt defensively with several steals and relentless help-side defense. Sophia Wilkins brought strength to the paint, contributing a basket and multiple rebounds.
The Cougars' balanced attack, unselfish play, and defensive intensity made for an impressive season opener and an exciting glimpse of what this team hopes to accomplish throughout district play.
? PLAYER OF THE GAME: KAROLINE KITCHENS & JUJU MCGILL
Karoline Kitchens showcased her playmaking ability, finishing with 10 points and an impressive 7 assists. Her court awareness and ability to create opportunities for her teammates were on full display, while her defensive instincts helped her lead the team in steals. She also wasn't afraid to let it fly from beyond the 3-point line!
JuJu McGill dominated offensively, pouring in a game-high 19 points while controlling the paint on both ends of the floor. She also led the team in rebounding with 9 total rebounds, combining her offensive and defensive presence to make a significant impact throughout the game.
Congrats, A Team! ??

?? A GREAT START FOR OUR 7th GRADE NORTH COUGARS! ??
While starting the season with three victories is certainly something to celebrate, what stands out most is the way our athletes represented North.
They competed with determination, encouraged their teammates, demonstrated great sportsmanship, and played together as a team.
As coaches, we want our athletes to grow not only as basketball players but also as teammates and leaders. This opening night gave us plenty to be excited about!
We are proud of the work these girls have already put in, and we look forward to watching their confidence, skills, and teamwork continue to develop throughout the season.
THREE TEAMS. THREE WINS. ONE GREAT START!
GO NORTH COUGARS! ??????

8th Grade C Team
????Lady Cougars Dominate in a 22-12 Victory Over Colleyville Colts????

Behind relentless hustle in the paint and stifling middle-quarter defense, the 8th-grade C Team secured a commanding 22-12 win over the Colleyville Colts on Thursday night. The Lady Cougars took firm control of the matchup during the second and third quarters, locking down defensively and controlling the tempo, to build a significant cushion that kept the Colts out of reach for the remainder of the game.

The offense was fueled by unselfish ball movement and a balanced scoring attack, with five different players finding the bottom of the net. Karissa Hansen led the way with 6 points, followed closely by Arayna Bowers and Keira Muliyil with 5 points apiece, Hila Silverman with 4 points, and Maggie Sine rounding out the scoring with 2 points. Facilitating the offense from the perimeter and keeping the ball flowing were Ana Paula Jugo and Hila Silverman, who led the team in assists by consistently finding open teammates for big buckets.

On both ends of the floor, the Lady Cougars owned the boards, limiting Colleyville to single-shot possessions while creating crucial second-chance opportunities of their own. Anchoring the dominance under the net Ana Hughes, Mia Vasquez, Karissa Hansen, and Arayna Bowers, whose physicality under the glass proved to be the difference-maker by grabbing rebounds throughout the night.
Defense did not disappoint for the Cougars, as consistent steals were made by a pressure defense against the Colts. Karissa Hansen, Hila Silverman, Keira Muliyil, and Priya Madala dominated the floor with persistent pressure to cause the Colts continuous turnovers, further pushing the Cougars an opportunity to score.

?????PLAYER OF THE GAME: Karissa Hansen????? for her sheer grit and hustle in the paint, playing with fearless confidence to battle for key rebounds and read passing lanes for multiple steals that she quickly converted into easy transition layups. She continues to set the pace for fast breaks and put points on the board for North.
The Cougars definitely set the tone as a tough, disciplined squad to beat this season!
Final Score: North 22 – Colleyville 12
8th Grade A Team
????Fast Breaks and Fierce Defense: North Cougars Outlast Colleyville in 36–29 Win ????

The Coppell North Cougars A team delivered a commanding, high-energy performance to secure a 36–29 victory over Colleyville. Fueled by relentless full-court pressure and disciplined execution on both ends of the floor, North dictated the pace of play from start to finish and turned defensive stops into decisive scoring runs.

Samira Augustine spearheaded the Cougars' attack with a team-high 12 points, acting as a dominant floor general who controlled the tempo and effortlessly broke through Colleyville’s pressure to bring the ball down the court. North’s offense thrived on balanced scoring behind Augustine’s lead, with Berkley Hoerman pouring in 9 points and Aspen Bingham adding 8 points. Suin Cho chipped in 3 points, while Lilly Jarmon and Sarah Kate Baade contributed 2 points apiece to round out a cohesive team effort.
Alongside Sophia Shortino and Nithya Boppana, Suin Cho anchored the paint that controlled the boards recording a team high 17 rebounds and immediately turned defensive stops into crisp outlet passes, launching fast breakaways that kept Colleyville on its heels.

North’s perimeter and front-court pressure proved to be an equally overwhelming force, repeatedly disrupting Colleyville’s offensive rhythm to generate steals and transition buckets. Adelaide Vasquez and Aspen Bingham locked down the front of the court, shutting down one of the Colts' quickest point guards with suffocating on-ball defense and superior ball-handling that consistently tipped possession in the Cougars' favor. Meanwhile, Myla Mott, Abigail Sauer, and Sarah Kate Baade anchored the offensive in the half-court set, stretching the floor and creating crucial passing lanes to set up high-percentage scoring plays and seal a well-earned 36–29 win for the Cougars.

?????PLAYER OF THE GAME: Suin Cho????? or her dominating defensive presence and relentless aggression on the glass. Attacking every rebound with authority, Cho made it clear to the Colts that she is a force to be feared in the paint.
Final Score: North 36 – Colleyville 29

8th Grade B Team

???? Grit on Display as Lady Cougars Fall 23-11 to Colleyville Colts ????

The B team Lady Cougars showed plenty of early fire and relentless defensive hustle on Thursday night, though they ultimately fell 23–1. North came out of the gate aggressively in the opening quarter, setting the tempo early with sharp defensive pressure and strong ball movement, but the Colts gradually found their rhythm and the Cougars struggled to regain their early offensive momentum as the game wore on.

The Cougars saw balanced scoring contributions across the roster, with Myra Bhasin scoring 4 points, Sofia Gallardo, Kaylen Brown, and Micaela Ramos-Cho chipping in 2 points apiece and Layla Stevens adding in a free throw point.

While points were hard to come by in the second half, North’s effort never wavered on the defensive end. Kaylen Brown, Breigh Holguin, Myra Bhasin, and Isabella Johnson battled relentlessly in the paint, anchoring the Cougars under the net and cleaning up tough rebounds against Colleyville’s frontcourt. Meanwhile, Brooklyn Vaughan, Ellie Zonozy, Breigh Holguin, and Grace Crowley disrupted the Colts' passing lanes all night on the perimeter, leading the team in steals and creating extra possessions through non-stop hustle. Thursday’s result may go down in the loss column, but this hard-working roster is far from discouraged; with their defensive tenacity and team-first mentality on full display, the North Cougars remain a dangerous opponent and plan to use this setback as fuel to power a strong winning streak through the remainder of the season.

?????PLAYER OF THE GAME: Myra Bhasin????? after pacing the Cougars with a team-high in points. Playing with grit and confidence in the paint, Myra consistently attacked the basket while also making her presence felt on the glass. Beyond the box score, her humble demeanor and eagerness to absorb every ounce of basketball IQ continue to set the tone for her teammates and showcase her genuine love for the game.
Final Score: North 11 – Colleyville 23

??As a coaching staff, we couldn’t be prouder of how this group has started the season, and we are genuinely excited to watch these athletes grow over the coming months. Wins on the scoreboard are great, but what truly stands out is seeing them develop a higher basketball IQ, play with real toughness, and embrace the kind of resilience and grit that can't be coached overnight. If Thursday night is any indication of their work ethic and unselfishness, this team is in for a special season—and we can't wait to see how high they raise their ceiling from here! ??