MJDSBL 2026 PLAYOFFS
BVN
QUARTERS YCQ @ HALB 2/23
QUARTERS YDE @ MDY
SEMIS @ YOF
SEMIS @ NSHA
BVA
PLAYIN NS @ QHA 2/11
SEMIS BRANDEIS @ MAZEL 2/25
SEMIS QHA @ MBYA 2/23
B7
SEMIS YOF @ HAFTR 2/24
SEMIS YDE @ MDY 2/21
BJV
PLAYIN BARKAI @ YDE 2/18
SEMIS HALB @ HAFTR
SEMIS WINNER BARKAI/YDE @ MDY
GVN
SEMIS YOF @ MDY
SEMIS YHT @ NSHA 2/17
GVA
SEMIS NSHA @ HAFTR
CHAMPS WINNER PLAYES @ YOF
GJV
SEMIS NSHA @ YOF 2/22
CHAMPS WINNER PLAYS @ MDY
WO
PLAYIN YCQ @ SHULAMITH 2/19
SEMIS BARKAI @ HALB 2/24
SEMIS WINNER YCQ/SHUL @ RYNJ
MJDSBL GAME RECAPS
BSG MDY v YOF 2/5
The Magen David Warriors staged an incredible comeback from a 17-point deficit to defeat YOF 47-38. YOF had a 28-11 lead before the Warriors mounted their rally. Charlie C scored 19 points to lead Magen David. The Warriors captured the win despite trailing 25-11 at halftime. Trailing 29-15, Magen David went on a 12-point run to close the gap. Charlie scored 11 points in the third quarter as The Warriors outscored YOF 22-6. Magen David Warriors 7th Grade had a great day shooting from inside the arc, finishing 20-28 on twos. Harry B led MDY with nine rebounds. David S (10 points), Stephen T (6 points), Harry (6 points), Max E (5 points), and Joey J (1 point) also pitched in for MDY.
BJV YCQ v YOF 1/29
This was a game that was intense from tip off going back and forth. YOF got off to a quick lead but with an aggressive man to man defense, YCQ was able get some pressure and quick baskets. It came down to the end of game with YCQ down 3 and they came up with 2 huge steals and baskets going up 1. YOF hit a clutch free throw to send the game to OT where it was all YCQ from there. Noam Benhayun put the game away on the offensive and defensive end. Leading scorer for YCQ was Sammy E with 30 points with Akiva A hitting his layups.
GVN MDY v HANC 1/28
MDY Warriors dominated HANC with a convincing win, 45–20.The Warriors set the tone early, jumping out to a 9–1 lead in the first quarter and extending it to 19–5 by halftime. They continued to control the game in the third quarter, pushing the lead to 37–9, and never looked back on the way to the final score. Top scorers were for HANC: Goldschmidt with 8 points and for MDY: Eida with 16 points. Game highlights included strong, aggressive play from Souleiman and excellent defensive effort by Emilia Ancona, helping shut down HANC throughout the game.
GVN MDY v NSHA 1/13
MDY Warriors edged North Shore in an electric, back-and-forth battle, winning 40–34 in one of the most exciting games of the season. The game opened with lockdown defense on both sides, as MDY narrowly led 8–6 after the first quarter. Momentum swung in the second, with North Shore finding their rhythm and taking a 22–16 lead at halftime, setting the stage for a tense second half.MDY came out fired up in the third quarter. North Shore ran into foul trouble, and the Warriors capitalized—scoring 7 big points from the free-throw line to claw their way back. By the end of the third, MDY had regained the lead, 30–28, and the gym could feel something special brewing. With two minutes left, Katie Souleiman made a strong drive to the basket and was fouled. She finished the three-point play, completely changing the energy in the building as the crowd erupted and MDY seized control. From there, the Warriors locked in defensively and closed it out.
BVA MAZEL v QHA 1/21
Despite being down three starters, Mazel came out firing and jumped to a 10–0 lead. QHA responded with a strong push, battling back to tie the game 18–18 at halftime. In the second half, Mazel ramped up the defensive pressure, turning turnovers into fast-break points. The momentum swing proved decisive as Mazel pulled away for a 42–31 victory.
WO HALB v YCQ 1/13
The HALB Lions overcame a slow start and turned up the intensity to secure a strong 48-35 victory over YCQ! Emmy Wiener led the charge with an impressive 23 points, attacking the rim and finishing strong all game. Moriah Steinman ran point guard like a pro, keeping the offense smooth and organized while chipping in 3 key points. Abby Lader was a defensive force, ripping multiple aggressive steals that ignited fast breaks and momentum swings. Ella Mittman dominated inside—getting her shots up confidently, drawing fouls, knocking them down at the line, and finishing with 5 solid points. Sophia Spiegel was a brick wall on defense, shutting down drives and making it impossible for anyone to get past her. The entire team brought incredible energy and support from start to finish, staying fired up and lifting each other up the whole way. Huge team win for the Lions!
GVN HANC v YHT 1/13
In a hard-fought battle at HANC, YHT pulled out a 44–28 victory in a game that featured intensity and effort from start to finish. HANC kept the contest close early, bridging the score multiple times and matching YHT’s physical play, but each time YHT found key baskets and defensive stops to pull away. Both squads played with great heart and competed on every possession, with HANC’s resilience testing the visitors throughout. In the end, YHT’s ability to make plays at crucial moments secured the road win in this spirited matchup.
BVA QHA v MERCAZ 1/13
QHA earned a great win with effort, teamwork, and relentless defense leading the way. From the opening tip, the team played tenacious defense - pressuring the ball, contesting shots, and forcing tough possessions that set the tone for the entire game. On offense, the ball moved freely as everyone played selfless basketball, making the extra pass and trusting one another to find the best shot. Evan Sadykov as a 6th grader contributed a memorable performance with a record-breaking 15 points, but this victory was truly a complete team effort. The energy on defense and unselfish play on offense showed how connected this group is, and it paid off with a well-earned team win.
BJV YCQ v YDE 1/11
Big time win for YCQ! YCQ defense set the tone from the opening tip, making it difficult for North Shore to get into any kind of offensive rhythm. They applied constant ball pressure, closed out hard on shooters, and forced tough, contested shots all night. That defensive effort led to stops and fast-break opportunities and was the key to the win 42-38 Ari Yakubov had13 points and Jeremy Nektalov had 10 points.
BJV HAFTR v NSHA 1/11
In a fun 2nd matchup between these 2 teams, NSHA & HAFTR were going back & forth early. HAFTR found some rhythm offensively & played stellar defense in the 2nd quarter going up 10 pts heading into halftime. NSHA started off the second half shooting the ball well, but HAFTR kept their foot on the gas to open up a big lead that they would eventually end in a 63-51 victory. HAFTR’s stars of the night were Scharaga (25P 10R 5A) & Goldgrab (16P 10A)
BVA MBYA v MAZEL 1/11
Mazel came out very strong full court pressing and trapping going up as much as 14 points. They went into halftime up 9, led by Bobby Reiser who had 16 points at the half. MBYA showed true heart being down 12 with 4 minutes to go in the second half. Ethan Calka caught fire! Ben Michaeli led the way defensively along with Jacob Fields, Michael Steger and Joelle Abraham. With 4 seconds left Ethan Calka put MBYA up one, driving to the basket on 3 defenders. He finished the game with 35 points and MBYA won by one, 51-50.
BSG MDY v YDE 1/11
A strong performance from Charlie Chera, helped MDY defeat YDE, 70-53. Charlie scored 26 points to lead the way for the Warriors. Leading 33-23, MDY went on a 9-point run to pull further away. The Warriors got out to a 37-23 lead at halftime before closing out the victory. MDY had a great day shooting from inside the arc, finishing 25-38 on twos. The Warriors shot well from distance, going 4-9 from three. Max Esses knocked down two shots from beyond the arc. MDY passed the ball well with 14 assists on 29 made baskets. Stephen Tawil pounded the glass, collecting seven rebounds to lead the Warriors. Additional scorers for Magen David Warriors 7th Grade included Max (12 points), David S (8 points), Stephen (6 points), Sammy B (4 points), Harris G (3 points), Steven S (3 points), Eli H (2 points), Morris S (2 points), Harry B (2 points), and Jack K (2 points).
GVN HANC v NSHA 1/8
NSHA came out strong and controlled the pace from the opening tip in a dominant victory over HANC. While HANC showed great effort, forcing turnovers and playing with energy on both ends, NSHA’s offensive rebounding and consistent scoring made the difference all night. The Lions capitalized on second-chance opportunities and pushed the ball effectively, pulling away early and maintaining a comfortable lead throughout. HANC battled hard, competed in every quarter, and showed promise in their defensive intensity, but NSHA’s depth and execution proved too much in this matchup. It was a hard-fought effort that highlighted areas of growth for HANC and a powerful performance by NSHA.
BJV HAFTR v YCQ 1/7
HAFTR started this game off extremely hot. That was attributed to great team play & excellent passing. They outscored YCQ by a big margin in the first half. YCQ had a solid 2nd half, out-scoring HAFTR, but it ultimately wound up being a HAFTR victory. Scharaga & Goldgrab of HAFTR scored 10 points each, all in just 2 quarters. Bonhaquen had a good performance, leading YCQ with 8 points.
WO BARKAI v YDE 1/6
Barkai picked up a 46–32 win behind a solid team effort. Terri led the way with 10 points, followed by Linda with 7, Diana with 6, and Carol with 5. Terri and Linda did a great job at the point, pushing the pace, getting us organized, and creating quality scoring opportunities for their teammates. On the defensive end, Rebecca and Amalie came up with big stops that helped control the game. Jacklyn was key in transition finishing with 6 points off fast breaks. Overall, it was a strong all-around performance and a well-earned win.
GVN MDY v YOF 1/7
Flatbush took the floor against Magen in their home gym, with Magen setting the tone early and taking control from the opening tip. Rose Eida jump-started the offense for Magen, scoring 8 points in the first quarter to build an early lead. Flatbush continued to battle throughout the game, led by Karen Kessel, who anchored the defense and turned stops into offense, contributing 9 of Flatbush’s 17 points. Despite the effort and fight shown all game, Flatbush fell to Magen 34–17.
GVN YHT v HAFTR 1/6
Big win for YHT with a hard-fought 38–32 victory. Great play all around on both ends of the floor. Seniors Adina Koren and Shirel Hakimi led the way, making key plays throughout the game. The team showed excellent execution and poise down the stretch to close it out.
WO YCQ v Bruriah 1/6
YCQ set the tone early and held the lead from start to finish with a strong all-around effort securing the victory 42-29. Liel powered the offense as the leading scorer, consistently finding ways to finish and keep the momentum. Just before halftime, Rebecca delivered an incredible moment, draining a deep three-pointer in the final two seconds that energized the bench and crowd. Adel helped execute a disciplined Box-and-1 strategy that created defensive pressure and key turnovers. Miriam was outstanding in the paint with important rebounds and timely put-backs, while Ariana showed relentless perimeter defense and Lauren provided excellent ball movement that kept everyone involved. Leah made a major impact with great defense and strong work on the boards, coming down with key rebounds and battling inside the whole game. Overall, it was an exciting team victory built on defense, rebounding, and unselfish play.
BJV HAFTR v HALB 12-27
This was a highly anticipated & highly energetic game between two cross-town rivals. Early in the game, It was very competitive as HAFTR got out to a slight lead in the first half. HAFTR then turned up the pressure in the 3rd quarter defensively, extending their lead. HAFTR continued to build on their lead in the 4th, eventually defeating HALB 65-45. HAFTR was led by Scharaga with 18 & Small with 15. HALB was led by Sicklick & Weinstein with 12 each
GVN MDY v HAFTR 12-27
MDY’s girls put on an incredible performance against HAFTR, dominating the game from start to finish in a thrilling 55–30 victory. MDY came out on fire in the first quarter, playing tough defense and fast offense to jump out to an early 16–4 lead. They kept the momentum going in the second quarter, extending their advantage to 26–16 by halftime with strong teamwork and smart ball movement. After the break, MDY stayed locked in, outscoring HAFTR again to make it 36–24 by the end of the third quarter. In the fourth quarter, MDY completely took control, pulling away with relentless pressure and clutch scoring to finish the game 55–30. Shlowitz, number 34 on HAFTR, had an amazing game, scoring 12 points. Leading the way for MDY to victory was Roslyn D, who had an outstanding night with 21 points and earned MVP honors, powering MDY to a decisive and exciting win.
BJV YHT v YOF 12-22
It was a big win for the YHT JV boys team winning 56-41 against YOF. The energy, effort, and togetherness were at a high level from start to finish. YHT defended with purpose, controlled the boards, and made smart decisions in transition. Jordan Scherzer was player of the game. Yeuktiel Yerooshalmi was a huge energy spark off the bench in the second half to spearhead the run.
BVN YOF v MDY 12-21
The 2-0 MDY warriors faced off against the 4-0 Flatbush falcons! The game was a back and forth affair with both teams bringing high level intensity to the battle. Flatbush jumped out to an early 7 -0 lead. Shortly after, MDY went on their own 11-2 run to close the quarter and lead after the 1st quarter 11-9. The warriors carried that momentum into the 2nd as they extended their lead to 22-12 at halftime. In the 3rd Flatbush struck first and struck hard opening up on a 6-0 run in a blow for blow 3rd quarter where MDY still led 28-24 after 3 quarters. In the 4th quarter Flatbush pulled the MDY lead to 1 numerous times but wasn’t able to deliver the final blow. In the end MDY escaped with the 38-32 victory. Judah Abed led the warriors with 18 points Morris Farca with 9. For the falcons Abie Lincer and Katri led the way with 12 and 11 points respectively.
GVA YOF v QHA 12/21
Flatbush GVA extended their undefeated run with a commanding 39–19 victory over QHA, improving to 5–0 on the season. The first half featured tight, physical play from both squads as they traded stops and baskets. After halftime, Flatbush’s defense tightened dramatically, holding QHA to just six points in the final two quarters. That defensive surge allowed Flatbush to pull away and control the pace down the stretch. Dalia Betesh led all scorers with 12 points, anchoring the team’s balanced offensive effort.
BJV MDY v HAFTR 12/21
In a matchup between two undefeated teams, parents and fans were treated to an electric, high-energy game. HAFTR came out strong in the early part of the first quarter, but MDY kept it close with sharp shooting and intense defense. As the game progressed, MDY took the lead and was able to hold on, earning the 62-48 win through a complete team effort.
GVN NSHA v YHT 12/11
The GVN NSHA girls basketball team claimed a strong victory over YHT winning 52–40. Both teams battled hard and kept the game close throughout, but Nadine Zar proved unstoppable, leading the Lions with 18 points, while Bridgette Asher added an impressive 11. Intense, high-energy defense set the tone for NSHA and consistently fueled their successful offense, securing a well-earned win.
WO BARKAI v YCQ 12/11
It was a great game! Lots of energy on both teams. Very close until the very end, when Barkai went on an 8-0 run. Ball movement was quick and effective and they put on some pressure at the end of the game and pulled out the win 46-37. Diana Ashkenazi had 16 points and Michelle Shemah had 14 points. Michelle and Diana had 7 rebounds and Linda Cohen had 5 steals.
BJV HAFTR v NSHA 12/11
HAFTR got off to a strong start, immediately going up 10-0 early. NSHA rallied back into the game due to an amazing 3 point shooting performance. NSHA eventually took a brief 1 point lead in the 3rd, led by Kamali, who scored 10 points in the period. HAFTR then responded defensively in the 4th quarter giving up only 6 points in the period, eventually closing out NSHA 49-46 in favor of HAFTR.
BVN HANC v BARKAI 12/10
HANC BVN defeated Barkai 69 -65. This game was close from tip off to the last 2.5 seconds of the game with both teams trading baskets. Liam Asherian led HANC with a team high of 21 points followed by Ethan Pilip with 14 and 9 rebounds in the victory for HANC.
GVN HANC v YOF 12/10
GVN Flatbush improved to 3–1 with a strong 53–28 win over HANC. It was another full team effort, with contributions all over the court. Stephanie Saadia led the way running point, blowing past defenders with her dribbling and keeping the offense flowing possession after possession. Lucy Allaham came through inside, grabbing big rebounds and getting herself open for 9 points, giving Flatbush steady scoring throughout the game.
HANC’s #00 fought hard all night, scoring half of her team’s points and playing tough defense to keep them in it early on. Her energy made Flatbush work for every possession. As the game went on, Flatbush tightened things up defensively, created turnovers, and pushed the ball in transition to stretch the lead. With consistent effort and solid teamwork, the Falcons closed out the game.
BJV YDE v NSHA 12/7
Coming into this game both teams were looking for their 2nd win of the season. Northshore started out hot jumping to a 6-0 lead and then 10-2 but YDE was able to make the necessary adjustments to help cut the lead making it a 1 possession game at halftime. In the 2nd half Ikey Bawabah (22 points) got hot leading the Thunder with some big shots and getting to the line. Yehuda Barakat controlled the boards grabbing 20 rebounds, blocking 5 shots and getting 7 steals. Fast forward to the 4th quarter of this back and forth game Northshore was down by 8 but they didn’t give up hitting some clutch shots to take back the lead by 3. Alan Fallas hit a crucial 3 pointer to tie the game and send it into overtime where once again Northshore grabbed a 3 point lead and with a minute to go YDE was determined to tie the game taking 5 different 3 point shots on 1 possession behind key offensive rebounds from Yehuda Barakat and Abie Uziel finally setting up Bawabah to hit the game tying 3 pointer. Ikey later scored again to give YDE the lead while the YDE Defense didn’t allow Northshore to tie the game and David Serieh hit 3 of 4 clutch free throws to seal the game. Final Score / OT was YDE-63 and Northshore – 58.
GVN MDY v YHT 12/7
The MDY Warriors came out strong against YHT, setting the tone early and controlling the pace of the game from the opening tip. MDY jumped out to a commanding first-half lead, heading into halftime up 18–7 after sharp defense and disciplined ball movement. The Warriors continued their dominance into the third quarter, extending the lead to 31–13 with aggressive fast breaks and relentless pressure on defense. Just when it looked like MDY had the game in hand, YHT answered back in a big way. Behind a powerful offensive push, YHT erupted for 19 points in the fourth quarter, turning the final minutes into a battle. Despite the late surge, MDY stayed composed and closed out a hard-earned 38–32 victory. The Top Scorers were Danziger from MDY with 12 points and Shirel from YHT with 12 points. Alexis Mamiye from MDY was their MVP delivering an outstanding all-around performance with lockdown defense and relentless rebounding from start to finish, setting the tone on both ends of the floor.
WO HALB vs Shulamith 12/7
FIRST HOME WIN IN THE BOOKS! The HALB Lions stay UNDEFEATED, moving to 4-0 with a gritty 32-24 victory over visiting Shulamith in front of an awesome home crowd! Emmy Weiner was on fire again, leading everyone with 17 huge points and carrying the offense all night long. Abby Lader was a rock – finishing with 4 points, a bunch of rebounds, and smart play after smart play to protect the ball and keep turnovers low when Shulamith made their run. Hannah Itzkowitz brought nonstop energy and toughness on the defensive end, making life miserable for Shulamith guards. This was a true gut-check win – not always pretty, but HALB found a way together.
WO HALB v SHULAMITH 12/4
HALB wins their second straight game, defeating Shulamith 44-30 and improving to 2-0 on the season! The Lions came out firing and never looked back, led by Emmy Weiner’s monster night – she poured in 19 points and was unstoppable attacking the rim and knocking down shots from everywhere. Zoey Abelson (7 points) and Moriah Steinman (8 points) gave them huge scoring punches with terrific shooting all game long, keeping the offense flowing. In the fourth quarter Olivia Berry took over, crashing the glass with aggressive rebound after rebound and playing with incredible energy and physicality to help us close it out. Ella Frankel and Abby Lader brought the heat on defense all night, pushing the tempo, picking up loose balls, and turning Shulamith turnovers into fast-break opportunities. This was a complete team effort – great ball movement, tough defense, and everyone contributing.
GVA YOF v QHA 12/4
The Flatbush girls basketball team battled through a nail-biting contest to defeat QHA 45-41. QHA came out strong pushing the ball up the court in transition and keeping a fast paced and physical game. After falling behind by 11 points, the Flatbush team showed resilience and determination to claw their way back into the game. Cookie Setton led the charge, scoring 15 points and providing the spark that kept Flatbush within striking distance. The defense tightened in the fourth quarter, applying relentless pressure that forced key turnovers. With clutch plays down the stretch, Flatbush secured the hard-fought victory. This comeback win highlighted the team’s grit, depth, and ability to rise to the challenge when it mattered most.
GVN YOF v YHT 12/3
Flatbush Girls 8th Grade now sit at a 2–1 record this season after their first home win, defeating YHT 36–27. Flatbush started off strong with a 17-3 point lead in the second quarter. Emilia Ancona added 6 points in transition, with Stephanie Saadia pushing the ball and making key fast-break passes to set her up. Lucy Allaham led the second-half surge with 10 points, finishing strong inside and fighting for those rebounds. YHT made a strong push in the fourth quarter, cutting Flatbush’s 12-point lead down to 7 as they broke through the Falcons press, but Flatbush responded with energy and closed out the game. Defensively, Shelley Shammah was a standout bringing pressure and important steals.
WO YCQ v Mazel 11/25
YCQ and Mazel both came ready to play, competing with heart from the opening whistle. YCQ jumped out to an early lead and maintained strong momentum throughout the game, ultimately securing a solid win. Mazel continued to fight hard on every possession, showing great effort and teamwork until the final buzzer. It was a well-played game on both sides, with YCQ’s early surge making the difference.
BJV HAFTR v YOF 12/2
HAFTR got off to a strong start, going up double digits early. Flatbush made a great run in the 2nd quarter to bring the game within 4 at the half. HAFTR was strong defensively in the 3rd quarter, only giving up 3 points the entire quarter. HAFTR then had a comfortable lead for most of the 4th quarter leading to a wire to wire victory 57-44.
GVA HAFTR v QHA 12/2
The HAWKS vs. QHA game was electric from start to finish, and the girls came ready to play. The HAWKS controlled the pace with smart passes, aggressive defense, and nonstop energy. HAFTR pulled ahead early and never looked back, securing a well-earned 47–28 victory.
BJV BARKAI v HALB 12/1
In a hard fought game all the way as HALB took the lead late in the fourth quarter. Barkai led by Abie Chalme and company rallied to hold on in a tough road game 50 – 48.
BJV YHT v YCQ 12/1
YHT defeated YCQ on the road 47-41. It was a great team effort with a strong performance from Jordan Scherzer and Noam Hanina. The X Factor was 5th Grader Jacob Asherian who came in and impacted the game in the second half.
BJV HAFTR v YHT 11/29
Shorthanded HAFTR got out to an early 18 point lead in the first quarter led by a surge by Scharaga. YHT, led by Scherzer, then came storming back to eventually take the lead & was ahead going into in the 4th quarter. HAFTR was strong defensively in the end & only gave up 1 field goal in the quarter eventually closing it out and winning 55-50.
GJV NSHA v HAFTR 11/30
The North Shore Hebrew Academy girls came out strong, opening the game with confident ball movement and hitting a series of clean shots. Their rebounding was dominant early on, giving them control on both ends of the court. As the game progressed, HAFTR began to press and started to score, but North Shore stayed composed. The girls continued making smart passes, finding open looks, and converting their shots. Overall, it was a solid and well-earned win for the North Shore team.
GVN MDY v HAFTR 11/23
The MDY Warriors delivered an impressive team victory in their matchup against HAFTR, starting the game with focus and intensity. MDY opened with a full-court press, quickly establishing a nice lead, and closed the first quarter ahead. Once in control, the Warriors settled into a composed 2–3 defense, maintaining strong communication and discipline. In the second quarter, MDY’s defense continued to shine, limiting scoring opportunities and heading into halftime with the advantage. Despite the score, HAFTR showed admirable effort and continued to compete with heart, fighting for rebounds and pushing the pace whenever possible. HAFTR played with determination throughout the game, challenging MDY with their energy and never backing down. The Warriors, meanwhile, demonstrated exceptional depth, discipline, and teamwork from top to bottom. Top scorers MDY with 15 points was Katie Souleiman and for HAFTR Shlowitz with 12 points.
BJV MDY v YOF 11/25
In what is always an exciting matchup, MDY traveled to YOF for an early-season game. MDY opened with solid defense, while YOF stayed close with their three-point shooting. In the end, MDY’s defensive intensity and offensive efficiency gave them the edge, helping them move to 2–0 on the season
GVN MDY v YOF 11/19
In an electric matchup from start to finish, the MDY Warriors battled Flatbush in a thrilling game that kept the crowd on their feet. MDY came out strong, dominating the first quarter 12–4, with sharp defense and smooth ball movement. By halftime, the Warriors held a solid 22–13 lead. Flatbush roared back in the third quarter, capitalizing on foul trouble for two of MDY’s top players, Eida and Souleiman, who were forced to sit. With the momentum shifting, Flatbush outscored MDY and managed to take the lead, ending the quarter up 27–25. But the fourth quarter belonged to the Warriors. With Eida and Souleiman back on the floor, MDY regained control, locking in defensively and pushing the pace on offense. The team closed the game on a dominant run, securing the victory with a final score of 39–30. Top Scorers: For MDY Warriors: Danziger with13 points and for Flatbush Saada with 9 points.
B7 HAFTR v HALB 11/24
After a tough lost against Flatbush last week, HAFTR defeated HALB 79-58. Stan led HAFTR with 18 pts. HAFTR led the entire game with the help from Max 16 pts, Jason 11 pts and Josh 10 pts.
WO HALB v YDE 11/23
The air at YDE was electric as the HALB Lions stormed to a big road win! Emmy Wiener was on another level, exploding for a huge 31 points and leading the attack. Moriah Steinman had a fantastic shooting night, hitting big shots all over the floor. Zoey Abelson and Ella Mittman controlled the boards with tough rebounding on both ends. Hannah Itzkowitz and Sophia Spiegel brought nonstop defensive pressure, making life tough for YDE. Lily Weisz came up clutch in the fourth with key baskets that put the game away. Total team effort and an awesome victory for the Lions!
GVN HAFTR v HANC 11/20
HAFTR took the win over HANC in an exciting matchup that started out neck-and-neck. Both teams battled hard early, trading baskets and defensive stops. But once HAFTR found their rhythm, their starters took control of the game—pushing the pace, knocking down key shots, and creating separation on the scoreboard. From there, HAFTR pulled ahead, securing a well-earned victory.
WO SHULAMITH v BRURIAH 11/20
The Shulamith Sharks took a strong 42–20 win over the Bruriah Lightning. Maddie Wolf was sharp at point guard, keeping the offense moving and setting the tone early. Aliza Brazil, Molly Austein, and Ayelet Sider led the scoring, knocking down key shots and helping build the lead. On defense, Aliza Khunovich and Goldie Habib made a huge impact with tough pressure and a bunch of turnovers. It was a confident, well-played game from the Sharks from start to finish.
BVA MAZEL v NS 11/17
Mazel’s defense set the tone in the first half. They were able to get steals and turn them into easy buckets. Ari and Jack contributed with 2 3’s each in the half and Bobby had 10 points taking it to the basket. Overall he finished with 16.
BVA MBYA v MAZEL 11/19
MBYA win their first game 41-39 vs Mazel! They started off slow but they did not quit! Ethan Calka hit a game winning three with a few seconds remaining. Jacob Fields led the team in scoring and Ben Michaeli and Michal Steger had big contributions.
BJV Barkai @ HAFTR 11/17
HAFTR started the game very strong defensively, only giving up 1 made basket through 1 quarter with a 15-3 lead at the end of the 1st quarter. HAFTR continued to build on their lead through good ball movement & took the win in their season opener. Barkai was led by Abitol, who scored 11 points followed up by 4 points for Chalme. HAFTR was led by Harry Goldgrab, who led all scorers with 13 points, followed up by 12 points from Charlie Golombeck & 11 points for David Scharaga.
GVA YOF v SHA 11/13; YOF v MBYA 11/17
The Flatbush girls GVA basketball team has opened their season with an impressive 2–0 record. In their first home game against SHA, they set the tone early by playing with dominance on both ends of the court. Their defense was relentless, shutting down scoring opportunities, while their offense flowed smoothly and consistently. The momentum carried into their second home game versus MBYA, where Flatbush once again controlled the game from start to finish. Not only did the starters shine, but the team showcased its depth with strong contributions from the bench. With balanced scoring and stifling defense, Flatbush has proven they are ready to make this season a special one.
GVA NSHA v QHA 11/18
The NSHA GVA basketball team opened their season with an exciting win, defeating QHA 38–35 in their home opener. The matchup was tight from start to finish, with both teams trading baskets and keeping the crowd on edge. Skylar Hakimi led the Lions with an impressive 18 points, while Sally Ganjan added 9 in the hard-fought victory. It was a strong start to the season for NSHA, who showed grit and composure in a game that stayed close the entire way.
WO YCQ v YDE 11/18
YCQ vs YDE was a tight matchup from start to finish, with both teams battling for every point. For YCQ Adel set the tone early by knocking down a smooth three-pointer to open the game. Liel led the offense and came up big in the final minutes, securing the win with her consistent scoring. Sophia anchored the defense with three huge defensive stops that shifted the momentum in our favor. Miriam played tough on both ends, grabbing key rebounds and finishing strong with a put-back. Lauren, Arianna, and Loren showed strong passing and facilitated awesome assists throughout the game. Overall, it was an exciting, hard-fought team victory for YCQ 36-29.
WO Shulamith v Bruriah 11/16
Shulamith v Bruriah was a huge win for the Shulamith Sharks. The Sharks came out strong and kept control the whole game. High scorers were Aliza Brazil, Ayelet Sider, and Goldie Habib, who all finished really well and kept the offense moving. Molly Austein made big defensive plays, giving extra chances to score. Aliza Khunovich was amazing with her passing and had the best assists of the game. The defense overall was super solid—everyone was locked in, hustling, and working together.
BJV YHT v YCQ 11/15
The opening game for both teams YHT defeated YCQ by a score of 41-36. The game was close throughout before YHT pulled away in the 4th quarter. Leading scorer for YHT was Jordan Scherzer lead the team with 14 points.
B7 YOF v HAFTR 11/10
Flatbush was able to take a 26-22 lead into halftime. Using a 3rd quarter offensive Flatbush expanded the lead to 51-40 and maintained a safe lead thru the 4th quarter securing the victory 52-33. David Hakoun led a balanced Flatbush squad with 18 points followed by Solomon Chabbott with 10 points. 9 different players scored for Flatbush. HAFTR was paced by the strong inside game from Davis with 24 points.
WO Shulamith vs YDE 11/6
The Shulamith Sharks pulled off a hard-fought win against YDE, edging them out 25–22 in a close game that came down to the wire. Aliza Brazil led the way with an impressive 18 points, while Molly Austein added 6 and came up big when it mattered most. Aliza Khunovich and Ayelet Sider were key on both ends of the court, grabbing rebounds and setting up teammates with great assists. Maddie Wolf and Ilana Turner showed strong ball-handling and helped keep the Sharks steady under pressure. It was a total team effort and an exciting win for the Sharks!
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