Playing defensive-minded basketball, the girls team steamrolled Boston City (South) League-foe West Roxbury, 56-38, Friday.
“We really won on the defensive end,” said Blue and Blue head coach Justine Grace. “We had several steals that help turn into offensive points.”
With the victory, English improves to 3-2 in the league (4-3 overall).
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Leading the Blue and Blue was sophomore point guard Ashley Louis-Jean who drained 20 points and added four assists.
“She was running the show,” said Grace.
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The coach added that Louis-Jean was an invaluable defensive presence playing the top of the press, which helped contain West Roxbury.
Also proving valuable to English was the return of captain Tiana McQueen, who gave the Blue and Blue a scoring presence in the paint. The senior center netted 16 points and grabbed eight rebounds.
“It was good to see her back,” said Grace. “She played well.”
The Blue and Blue will look to continue on the winning track when they host New Mission Friday at 5 p.m.