Radnor’s (32) Riley D’Entremont defends as Ridley’s (15) Abbi Hinckey shoots in the second half Thursday. Radnor went on to win 56-50. (PETE BANNAN-DAILY TIMES)
By Matt Smith
Riley d’Entremont has been the steady presence Radnor has relied on all season.
The lone senior on a Raptors squad that captured a District 1 Class 5A title and is now making a run in the state tournament, d’Entremont brings leadership, experience and a high basketball IQ to the floor. While she doesn’t always fill up the stat sheet, her impact is felt in countless ways that don’t show up in the box score.
A Gettysburg lacrosse commit, d’Entremont is savoring every moment of her final days on the hardwood.
“It’s been super cool,” she said after contributing six points, six rebounds and three assists in Radnor’s PIAA first-round victory over Northern York. “My role has definitely changed this season, it’s completely different than what it was last year. Being a senior and a captain, I’ve really had to become more of a speaking leader and encourage everyone. It was an adjustment at first, but it’s come so naturally. A lot of it is because of the girls around me. They are so hard working and we’re all so determined and on the same page. I’ve never won in states before. I’ve made it three times and this is the first time I’ve ever won a game. This being my senior year makes it really special.”
Radnor (19-8) looks to keep its postseason magic alive as it faces a familiar foe in Central League rival Strath Haven (14-13) Wednesday at Bensalem. Tip-off is 6 p.m.
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