Schools’ Basketball League: Saints triumph in tight finish as St Rose’s runs riot

The Schools’ Basketball Tournament delivered high drama and a dominant display on Friday as President’s College suffered a narrow defeat to St Stanislaus College, while St Rose’s High cruised past Marian Academy in emphatic fashion.

Stanislaus Rallies to Stun President’s College
In a thrilling contest decided by a single point, St Stanislaus College edged President’s College 49–48 in one of the most exciting games of the tournament so far.
President’s College burst out of the gates, putting on an impressive first-quarter display. They raced to 12 points while holding their opponents to just five, setting the tone early with disciplined defence and sharp shooting.
The second quarter proved more competitive, but President’s College maintained control and carried a 23–15 advantage into halftime. Their structured offence and solid rebounding kept St Stanislaus at bay through the opening two periods.
However, the momentum shifted dramatically after the break. St Stanislaus returned to the court with renewed intensity and determination. Applying relentless defensive pressure and capitalising on turnovers, they chipped away at the deficit.
The final quarter was a tense back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading baskets. In the closing moments, St Stanislaus managed to seize the lead and hold on for a dramatic 49–48 victory, handing President’s College their first loss of the tournament.
Leading the charge for St Stanislaus was Daniel Chisholm, who delivered a standout double-double performance with 20 points and 10 rebounds. Demitri Crandon provided crucial support, finishing with 14 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists in a well-rounded effort.

St Rose’s High Runs Riot
In the day’s other matchup, St Rose’s High produced a commanding performance, overwhelming Marian Academy 91–20 in a lopsided encounter.
From the opening tip-off, St Rose’s High established complete control, dominating every quarter. Their fast-paced offence and stifling defence left Marian Academy struggling to find rhythm on either end of the court.
Each period ended in a blowout margin, as St Rose’s High showcased their depth and scoring power in one of the most decisive victories of the tournament so far.
The tournament action continues on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, when President’s College will once again face St Stanislaus College in what promises to be another highly anticipated showdown. After Friday’s narrow defeat, President’s College will be eager to even the score, while St Stanislaus will look to build on their hard-fought victory.