Seniors honored at basketball game

Cheerleaders reflect on time together

Selah Neal, photojournalist • February 5, 2024

Basketball families celebrate their seniors, Feb. 2.

Basketball and cheer seniors celebrate at the home basketball game against Liberty High School, Feb. 2. The Eagles defeated the Hawks, 74-24.

This year, only two seniors are on the basketball team, and five are on the cheer team. These seven seniors are honored alongside their family as we learn about their experience at Fresno Christian. Senior Basketball players, Angel DeLeon and Sam Rowland, both have been on the team for two years. DeLeon shares what he has learned from being part of the varsity basketball team.

“I’ve learned to grow as a man and as a player, and as a student.” DeLeon said.

The five senior cheerleaders include Mia Alberta, Gabriella Hutcheson, Maddie Gallegos, Paige Deffenbacher and Ava Flores.

Alberta shares how close she has gotten to her team over the past four years.

“I’m gonna miss everyone on the team because everyone is like a sister to me,” Alberta said.

Check Instagram to keep up with playoff dates.

Slideshow images from Basketball senior night, Feb. 2.

To read more from The Feather visit Girls Basketball: Facing an uphill battle or Seniors lead on the pitch.

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About the Contributor

Selah Neal, Photo/Video Journalist

Selah Neal, '27, returns to The Feather for her second year. Neal is passionate about taking photos and capturing the story and emotion of a moment, especially in fast-paced environments. Outside of photography, Neal enjoys spending time outdoors and exploring new places. She has a curiosity and love for adventure and is always trying to grow her photography skills to capture the adventurous moments she always finds herself in.