Tide girls basketball drops home opener to GBL rival Revere

After taking on Lynn Classical last night, Everett will be on the road at Acton-Boxborough next Saturday after the Christmas break

By Joe McConnell

The Everett High School girls basketball team (0-1) opened up the 2024-25 season at home on Dec. 12 against Greater Boston League (GBL) rival Revere. The Tide ended up dropping a 42-27 decision to the visiting Patriots.

Everett girls coach Riley Dunn said afterwards that the Revere game showed much ‘promise’ for her young squad, despite the loss. “We worked hard and hustled throughout the entire game,” Dunn added.

The team’s all-out effort was a positive sign for success on the scoreboard this season.

“Offensively, we shared the ball, and got a lot of great looks at the basket,” said Dunn. “I’m excited to continue to work with this team in order to build up the team chemistry even more.”

Senior captain Emilia Maria-Babcock led all Everett scorers with 11 points. She was also credited with seven boards and three steals to complete another fine all-around game that has been her trademark during her high school career.

Junior Nicole Damaceno came off the bench to grab six pivotal rebounds. Her sophomore teammate Kylee Nord played in her first varsity game, and was able to pull down three rebounds in a solid effort. “She also played great overall defense,” said Dunn.

Since the Revere game, the Everett girls had a week off, before they welcomed Lynn Classical to town last night (Dec. 19) after press deadline. They will then be off for the Christmas break, and won’t resume the regular season schedule until Dec. 28, when they take on non-league host Acton-Boxborough, starting at 3 p.m. Their first game in 2025 will take place on Jan.2 against Chelsea at home, beginning at 6 pm.