News Summary

The Parkersburg Catholic High School girls basketball program is back after a year off. Under first-year coach Bob Carr, the team looks to make a strong comeback with a talented roster and exciting fixtures in the upcoming season, including the Mary ‘O’ Crusaderette Classic. Support and enthusiasm are high as they prepare for a bright future after overcoming past challenges.

Parkersburg Girls Basketball is Back and Ready to Shine!

Parkersburg, West Virginia – Exciting news for local sports fans! After taking a year off, the girls basketball program at Parkersburg Catholic High School is returning to the court, and everyone is buzzing with energy and anticipation. The team had to sit out the 2024-25 season due to a lack of players, but now they’re back, and ready to make a splash for the upcoming 2025-26 season!

Welcoming Coach Bob Carr

The program welcomes first-year coach Bob Carr, who stepped in just last fall. Carr is aware of the challenges facing a program that had to be put on pause, but he is genuinely thrilled about what the future holds. Under his watchful eye and strategic coaching, the team has already shown strong potential. In fact, during various summer league events, including the successful Magnolia Shootout, the girls managed to rack up an impressive 5-0 record. Talk about a great start!

A Growing Team

As of now, nine talented girls have committed to participating this season. The roster is shaping up nicely, featuring a mix of three seniors (Seneca Lang, Meg Roedersheimer, Tess Roedersheimer), three juniors (Annie Tokodi-Ruth, Sophie Lott, Ellie Kinnison), and three eager freshmen (Alyssa Rico, Caroline Winn, Peyton Murdock). This blend of experience and youthful enthusiasm brings a lot to the table for the upcoming competitions.

Exciting Highlight for the Season

A major highlight on the calendar is the Mary ‘O’ Crusaderette Classic. This event will adopt a new format this year and will stretch over two days, providing fans with more thrilling action! Competing schools will include Parkersburg Christian, Fort Frye, Eastern, and Frontier. Fans can look forward to some nail-biting games as the girls show off their skills against worthy opponents.

Adventure Awaits

But that’s not all! The team has planned a fun weekend trip to Barboursville, KY where they’ll face off with Union Commonwealth University. What makes this match-up extra special is that Coach Carr’s son is at the helm of the university squad! Getting the girls ready for these matches does come with its share of logistical challenges, but luckily, the supportive parents have stepped in to help ease the load.

Building Towards a Bright Future

The storied legacy of the PCHS girls basketball team is one of triumph, having achieved state titles in the past. However, recent challenges, especially with the impact of COVID-19 on player recruitment and development, caused some turbulence along the way. Before their hiatus, the program faced significant struggles due to a lack of players, leading to the heart-wrenching decision to cancel what could have been a promising season after only five players were available to play.

A Positive Trend

On a brighter note, growth is evident in the middle school programs, indicating a positive trend for the future of the sport at PCHS. Coach Carr is dedicated to nurturing this potential. He emphasizes the importance of respecting players’ commitments to various sports, allowing them to focus on their main sports during their respective seasons.

Ready to Cheer!

With the girls basketball program at Parkersburg Catholic High School climbing back into the game, it’s time to show some support for these talented athletes. Keep an eye out as they prepare for a thrilling season ahead with purpose, passion, and plenty of heart!

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