The North Hunterdon and Delaware Valley High School Community experienced another delightful inclusive event.
The Unified Del Val Terriers Hoops team tops the Unified Lions in a magnificent inclusive game 41-36 at the well-attended and highly spirited Terrier Dog pound at Delaware Valley High School.
The Lions took an 18-17 lead going into halftime after being down 8 points after the first quarter. The comeback attack was led by the timely shooting of Katie Higgins and Hannah Trinity for the Lions. Gina Saluccio hit a big 3-pointer to keep the game close along with 9 first half points for the Terriers. The Terriers pulled away in the second half to seal the win with the one-two punch of Jeff Bill and Ryan Theobald aggressive and big-time play.
The Terriers were led by the dominating sharp shooting play of Gina (Drop the mic
) Saluccio who led the Terriers with 11 points and dominating outside play including a 3-point shot. Other Terrier contributors were: Jeff Bill and Ryan Theobald with 8 points apiece; Daniel Jordan with 6 points; Logan Walker with 4 points; Grace Husek and Lily Brady with 2 points.
The Lions were led by Katie (Stealth
Bomber) Higgins who led the Lions and all scorers with 12 points and 4 steals. Other Lion contributors were: Hannah Walsh 8 points; Hannah Trinity with 6 points; Jessica Wescott with 4 points; Penny Johnson, Luke Rigatti and Gina Monticello had 2 points apiece.