Pikesville Panthers Cruise Past SEED Sabers in Playoff Matchup

Pikesville's dominant defense and balanced scoring lead to 67-29 victory

Mar. 12, 2026 at 3:53am

The Pikesville Panthers had no trouble translating their regular season success to the playoffs, as they cruised past the SEED Sabers 67-29 in their latest matchup. Led by standout performances from Mariah Jones-Bey and Calia Carter, the Panthers' stifling defense and offensive rebounding prowess proved too much for the Sabers to handle.

Why it matters

Pikesville's dominant win over SEED showcases their ability to perform at a high level in the playoffs, building momentum as they look to capture a championship. The game also highlighted the emergence of young talent like freshman Aubrey Reaves for SEED, providing hope for their future.

The details

Jones-Bey led the way for Pikesville with 15 points, 5 assists, and 3 steals, while Carter added 12 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 steals. The Panthers also got a boost from NyJae Malik-El, who contributed 7 points and 3 steals. Pikesville's relentless effort on the offensive glass, pulling down 15 offensive rebounds, was a key factor in their victory.

  • Pikesville has now won 16 of their last 17 games, improving their overall record to 24-2 this season.
  • SEED's loss snapped their five-game winning streak, moving their record to 16-6 on the year.

The players

Mariah Jones-Bey

A standout player for the Pikesville Panthers, Jones-Bey scored 15 points and added 5 assists and 3 steals in the playoff victory.

Calia Carter

Carter was a key contributor for Pikesville, recording 12 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 steals in the dominant win.

Aubrey Reaves

A freshman for the SEED Sabers, Reaves led her team with 16 points and 4 steals in the losing effort.

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What’s next

Pikesville will next face off against the Southern Rams on Saturday at 5:00 p.m., in a matchup that will test the Panthers' stifling defense against the Rams' high-powered offense.

The takeaway

Pikesville's dominant playoff victory over SEED showcases their ability to translate regular season success into the postseason, led by the strong play of Jones-Bey and Carter. The game also highlighted the promising future of SEED, with freshman Aubrey Reaves emerging as a talented young player to watch.