Jasmine Moody scored 14 points and Tanisha Elbourne added 10 as Radford outlasted Mililani 42-37 in the opening round of the New City Nissan/HHSAA Girls Basketball Division I State Championships on Tuesday.
A crowd of about 300 watched at Moanalua High School gym.
Moody added seven rebounds and four of her team’s 10 steals to lead the way. Now the Rams face No. 2 seed Lahainaluna in a 5 p.m. matchup at Moanalua.
"It’s going to be a good game," said Moody, a 6-foot-1 senior. "We haven’t seen them and they haven’t seen us."
Radford was 11-3 in OIA play, but one of those losses came against Mililani (11-2 OIA) while Trojans standout forward Shantel Appleby (11 points per game) was healthy. The junior injured her knee at practice late in the season, however. Without her, it was a 10-point swing in favor of Radford.
"I feel bad for her," Moody said. "Shantel was one of my teammates on 808 (Basketball Club) last summer. It’s sad, but it’s something we had to take advantage of."
Mililani switched out of its sagging man-to-man defense — always doubling down low on Moody and center Kennedy Johnson — to a 2-3 zone during the first half. That helped the Trojans open a 12-7 lead after Summer Bolibol scored a layup on a pass from Kristen Miguel to start the second quarter.
A few minutes later, Radford made a switch of its own from man to a 2-3 zone, fueling a 14-0 run. Mililani committed six turnovers in the second quarter.
"Our zone, we stress not being passive, but being more active," Rams coach Charles Chong said. "Nobody should have an open 3."
The smaller Trojans were much more patient in the third quarter. Reserve guard Megan Shimabukuro hit a 3-pointer and a free throw on back-to-back plays to bring Mililani within 24-20.
Radford stretched the lead to 33-26 in the fourth quarter on a drive by Moody, but Kayla Torres rained in a 3 from the right wing, and after Torres hit a corner 3 on an inbounds play, Mililani was within 35-32 with 3:30 to play.
The Trojans had a chance to tie the game, but Shimabukuro’s 3-point try spun out. A steal and layup by Jazmyn Peralta pushed Radford’s lead back to five points.
The Trojans kept coming back. Jamie Yuki scored off a steal, hitting a runner in the paint, and after Shimabukuro hit a 22-footer from the top, they were within 39-37 with 37 seconds to play.
Radford point guard Puni Seei sank two foul shots, however, and the Trojans got no closer.
Mililani coach Patrick Basilio’s squad was tough-nosed from start to finish despite the height disadvantage and the absence of Appleby. The Trojans outrebounded Radford 34-26, hustling for 16 offensive boards. Torres led the Trojans with eight points. Miguel grabbed a team-high eight caroms.
"They all did their best. I feel bad for our seniors with our team not being at full strength," Basilio said.
The Trojans also did a solid job on Moody, who took just 12 shots (making six).
"She can single-handedly beat you. Such a good player," Basilio said.
Radford finished 14-for-38 from the field (37 percent). Mililani shot 34 percent (15-for-44). Radford was 13-for-22 from the foul line (59 percent) while Mililani was 3-for-10.
"We’re doing better with turnovers and free throws," Chong added.
Mililani had 18 turnovers to Radford’s 12.
At Moanalua
| Mililani |
10 |
4 |
8 |
15 |
— |
37 |
| Radford |
7 |
14 |
8 |
13 |
— |
42 |
MILILANI—Kayla Torres 8, Taysia Canon 2, Megan Shimabukuro 7, Jamie Yuki 5, Kristen Miguel 4, Taylor Walker 3, Summer Bolibol 6, Velisa Melesia 2, Marisa Matsuo 0.
RADFORD—Puni Seei 7, Tanisha Elbourne 10, Michelle Vasquez 0, Sofia Harris 2, Jazmyn Peralta 7, Jasmine Moody 14, Kennedy Johnson 2, Cassidy Wright 0.
3-point goals— Mililani 4 (Torres 2, Shimabukuro 2). Radford 1 (Peralta).
HHSAA DIVISION I GIRLS
No. 5 Punahou 70, No. 9 Kailua 60
The Buffanblu went on a 3-pointer blitz, hitting nine shot from beyond the arc, to fend off the Surfriders.
Kamaile Kandiah set the pace with 15 points for Punahou, who faces No. 1 seed Konawaena Wednesday at 7 p.m. at McKinley.
Tara Takata had 18 points for Kailua.
At McKinley
| Kailua |
7 |
26 |
12 |
15 |
— |
60 |
| Punahou |
15 |
26 |
23 |
6 |
— |
70 |
KAILUA—Delcie Williams 15, Puanani Dela Cruz 0, Kylee Keohohina-Kaaikala 3, Kainani Peters 4, Nyla Salas-Baker 2, Tara Takata 18, Kailee De Soto 3, Christine Antonio 0, Tiani Lastimosa 0, Kapili Albinio 0, Patria Vaimaona 15.
PUNAHOU—Kamaile Kandiah 15, Lexie Taylor 6, Heaven Wong 2, Abigail Aplaca 4, Va‘e Malufau 9, Elle Uyeda 9, Tyra Moe 3, Skye Haraga 0, Mahina Pua‘a 4, Emi Puaa 6, Sunny Rosario 3, Astra Kidani 0, Kamakani DeBlake 2, Asia Olivieri 3, McKenna Granato 4.
3-point goals— Kailua 3 (Takata 2, De Soto). Punahou 9 (Kandiah 3, Uyeda 2, Taylor 2, Olivieri, Rosario).
Baldwin 44, Leilehua 30
Ashley-Christ Kaaea scored 13 points and Dayna-Jo Calubaquib had 11 as the Bears broke open a close game in the fourth quarter to pull away from the Mules.
Jazmina Lafitaga had 13 points for Leilehua.
Baldwin plays No. 4 Roosevelt Wednesday at 5 p.m. at McKinley.
At McKinley
| Leilehua |
10 |
5 |
4 |
11 |
— |
30 |
| Baldwin |
7 |
11 |
9 |
17 |
— |
44 |
LEILEHUA—Chloe Pojas 0, Jerri Maluyo 5, Keahi-Lele Roy 10, Regina Manumu’a 2, Tywanna Abbott 0, Saramansina Docktor 0, Abigail Flores 0, Nora Fenton 0, Tatiana Caravallo 0, Jazmina Lafitaga 13, Kayla Posiulai 0, Alaese McKenzie 0.
BALDWIN—Dayna-Jo Calubaquib 11, Anntoinette Agmata 0, Ashley-Christ Kaaea 13, Kiana Kalehuawehe 5, Noelle Johnson 15, Chaniya Silva 0, Deja Cala-Nakamura 0, Shevone Shimabuku 0, Deanelyn Tapaoan 0.
3-point goals— Leilehua 5 (Roy 2, Lafitaga 2, Maluyo). Baldwin none.
Hilo 64, Nanakuli 41
The BIIF runner-up dominated from the start behind a fast start by Chaley Cabalis (12 points). The Vikings led 41-17 at halftime and 54-22 entering the fourth quarter.
Ciera O’Brien paced the Golden Hawks with 15 points.
Hilo will face No. 3 seed and ILH champion Maryknoll on Wednesday at Moanalua. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m.
At Moanalua
| Nanakuli |
6 |
11 |
5 |
19 |
— |
41 |
| Hilo |
21 |
20 |
13 |
10 |
— |
64 |
NANAKULI—Alana Nuuanu 2, Angelica Chun Fook 10, Jade Marfil 3, Jahnna Kahele-Madali 6, Kaila Burnett 0, Cruzita Enos 2, Ciera O’Brien 15, Nanea Ewaliko-Kauhane 1, Mahina Piilani 0, Trisdyn Kalaau 0, Raynette Meyers-Kahalehoe 2, Kelsey Maku’e 0.
HILO—Chailey Cabalis 12, Alexis Pana 8, Sharlei Graham-Bernisto 8, Shalyn Guthier 10, Faith Katie Loeak 10, Sharry Pagan 0, Kiana Seguban-Yamabe 0, Cherish Quiocho 0, Cierra Kelii 5, Sydnee Yokota 2, Laceylynn Rosa 0, Mandi Kawaha 9, Jessica Caro 0.
3-point goals—Nanakuli 1 (O’Brien ). Hilo 6 (Graham-Bernisto 2, Guthier 2, Pana, Kawaha).
HHSAA DIVISION II GIRLS
Castle 65, Lanai 28
The Knights raced out to a 21-8 first-quarter lead and never look backed against the Pinelasses.
Sierra Koki scored a game-high 22 points for Castle and Asia Almeda added 16.
Kristine Elan led Lanai with nine points.
Castle moves on to face No. 2-seeded Hawaii Baptist Academy Wednesday at Kalani. Tipoff is at 7 p.m.
At Kalani
| Lanai |
8 |
8 |
10 |
2 |
— |
28 |
| Castle |
21 |
12 |
18 |
14 |
— |
65 |
LANAI—Maile Herolaga 2, Kahea Ganer-Eskaran 0, Shaelynn Noble 2, Alicia Ebding 0, Leah Vidad 0, Claire Vila 2, Tya Soberano-Foster 8, Kristine Elan 9, Caroline Stuck 2, Tatiana Figuerres 3, Tabitha Medeiros 0, Jana Ohashi 0, Kayla Garcia 0.
CASTLE—Raykelle Dacosin 0, Carissa Yoshimori 0, Darrien Dacosin 6, Sierra Koki 22, Kaylee Ishii 5, Asia Almeda 16, Tileree Johnson 4, Maile Craighead 0, Kaira Tilton 4, Sydney Fernandez 2, Camryn Cadinha-Oku 4, Nile Beard 2, Roquellyn Silva 0.
3-point goals— Lanai 1 (Figuerres). Castle 2 (D. Dacosin 2).
University 46, Molokai 27
The Jr. Bows built a 22-9 halftime lead and kept up the defensive pressure to relegate the Farmers to the consolation bracket.
Brenna Dela Rosa had a game-high 16 points for University, which moves on to face fourth-seeded Kaimuki, which will have a home-court advantage. The game starts at 7 p.m.
At Kaimuki
| University |
11 |
11 |
14 |
10 |
— |
46 |
| Molokai |
3 |
6 |
8 |
10 |
— |
27 |
UNIVERSITY—Brenna Dela Rosa 16, Malialani Parpana 0, Markayisha Masani 4, Addie Ortiz 0, Kyra Young 12, Karley Ann Yoshioka 2, Jocelyn Ki 9, Tioledoauli Posiulai 3, British Dawson 0.
MOLOKAI—Precious Rawlins 4, Hepuakea Falealii 6, Camille Ledesma 5, Rebecka Adolpho 3, Shanrese Pedro 5, Jamaica Bumatay 0, Nadia Augustiro 0, Kristine Aquino 0, Sydney Rawlins 0, Brooke Keliihoomalu 4, Kori-Lee DeRouin 0, Sehja Pedro 0, Kelcyn Balbas 0.
3-point goals— University 1 (Dela Rosa). Molokai 1 (Ledesma).
KS-Hawaii 83, Damien 47
Riana Arima erupted for 31 points and the Warriors held the Monarchs to five first-quarter points to advance to the second round against No. 3 seed Kapaa.
At Kalani
| Damien |
5 |
21 |
13 |
8 |
— |
47 |
| KS-Hawaii |
20 |
20 |
29 |
14 |
— |
83 |
DAMIEN—Taylor Kama Lebanon 11, Kelsey Perreria 0, Kaylee Cruz 0, Ethel Suniga 0, Karly Navas 3, Montana Carter 2, Chantelle Agag 3, Kilinoe Gora 2, Catherine Votovich 8, Melina Souza 18.
KS-HAWAII—Camille Poe 2, Caitlin Poe 11, Makenzie Kalawaia 12, Saydee Aganus 1, Hera Salmeron 4, Riana Arima 31, Makamae Gabriel 12, Alyssa Asuncion 0, Tiana Ramelb 2, Jordyn Mantz 0, Taylor Sullivan 8.
3-point goals— Damien 2 (Souza 2). KS-Hawaii 5 (Caitlin Poe 3, Arima 2).
St. Francis 43, McKinley 34
Misiona Ribeiro and Lacey Satele each had 12 points to lead the Saints in a low-scoring affair against the Tigers.
Kayla Rasavanh led McKinley with 12 points.
Top-seeded Honokaa awaits St. Francis Wednesday at 5 p.m. at Kaimuki.
At Kaimuki
| St. Francis |
13 |
5 |
12 |
13 |
— |
43 |
| McKinley |
6 |
8 |
6 |
14 |
— |
34 |
ST. FRANCIS—Nani Santos 9, Kelli Okubo 2, Kahili Liu-Hanohano 0, Rya Ormong 0, Misiona Ribeiro 12, Skye Ah Yat 0, Lacey Satele 12, Dayna Romero 0, Kaimi Kalei 8.
MCKINLEY—Kayla Rasavanh 12, Dezlyn Naval 4, Kloe Lum 0, Suzie Park 1, Joselle Ferrer 2, Britney Chang 0, Alexa Kailieha 5, Vee Vee Li 10.
3-point goals—St. Francis 2 (Satele 2). McKinley none.
