Morristown Girls Basketball Defeats Hillsborough in County Semifinal Tune-Up

Nawel Ibazatene Lefebvre scores 32 points to lead Morristown to 53-43 victory

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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The Morristown girls basketball team used Wednesday's nonconference matchup against Hillsborough as a final tune-up before the Morris County Tournament semifinals. Nawel Ibazatene Lefebvre poured in 32 points to lead Morristown to a 53-43 victory, improving their record to 16-6 heading into the county semifinal on Friday.

Why it matters

This win gives Morristown momentum heading into the highly competitive Morris County Tournament semifinals, where they will face a tough opponent in Madison. The game was a chance for Morristown to fine-tune their game and get key contributions from players beyond their leading scorer Lefebvre.

The details

Lefebvre was dominant, repeatedly getting to the rim and finishing through contact while also making free throws. Hillsborough kept the game competitive, getting balanced scoring from Victoria Liedl, Alexa Gaspar, and Isabella Ruh. But Morristown answered with timely contributions from Shannon Collins, Pryce Cole, Maggie Hulsy, and Violet Barron, leaning on defense and possessions to protect their lead late.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, February 12, 2026.
  • Morristown will face Madison in the Semifinal Round of the Morris County Tournament on Friday, February 14, 2026 at 6pm.

The players

Nawel Ibazatene Lefebvre

Morristown's leading scorer, pouring in 32 points to lead her team to victory.

Victoria Liedl

Hillsborough player who knocked down four 3-pointers and scored 12 points.

Alexa Gaspar

Hillsborough player who added 12 points along with 9 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 blocks and 4 steals.

Isabella Ruh

Hillsborough player who provided a presence inside with 10 points, 12 rebounds and 3 blocks.

Shannon Collins

Morristown player who finished with 8 points.

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What’s next

Morristown will face Madison in the Semifinal Round of the Morris County Tournament on Friday, February 14, 2026 at 6pm.

The takeaway

Morristown's balanced scoring and defensive effort in this tune-up game should give them confidence as they prepare to take on a tough Madison team in the county tournament semifinals. The Colonials proved they can win close games against quality opponents, which will serve them well in the postseason.