Garnet Valley’s Savannah Saunders, left, is defended by Conestoga’s Isabella Valencia in a Central League playoff game last year. PETE BANNAN – MEDIANEWS GROUP
By Matt Smith
Garnet Valley’s Savannah Saunders flashed a modest smile, deflecting attention when asked about her growing confidence as an offensive player after the Jaguars’ win over Springfield Tuesday night.
Saunders, who scored 11 points and confidently knocked down two 3-pointers along with a couple of mid-range jumpers, has been known for her tenacity on defense. As a junior, she anchored the Jaguars’ defense during their run to the PIAA Class 6A semifinals, and offense wasn’t her primary responsibility. But this season, with the team relying on her to contribute more on the offensive end, Saunders has excelled.
When pressed about her improvements, she offered a shy response. “A little bit,” she said, smiling. Her teammate, senior star Haylie Adamski, was more than willing to sing Saunders’ praises.
Adamski, a 1,000-point scorer and one of the most decorated players in program history, who has been a constant focus for opposing defenses since her freshman year, wanted to chime in. So she raised her hand and declared, “I have something to say.”
The floor was hers.
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