New Jersey Girls Basketball Game Ends in Blowout

Top-seeded Paul VI defeats Camden East 95-3 in lopsided matchup

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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In a recent New Jersey girls basketball game, the top-seeded Paul VI Eagles defeated the 17th-seeded Camden East team by a score of 95-3. The game was a complete mismatch, with Paul VI entering the contest with a 20-1 record and ranked 5th in the state, while Camden East was winless in its first six games of the season.

Why it matters

This lopsided result highlights the significant disparity in talent and experience between the two teams, raising questions about competitive balance and the challenges faced by newer high school basketball programs in establishing themselves against more established powerhouses.

The details

Paul VI jumped out to a 50-0 halftime lead and continued their offensive onslaught in the second half, ultimately winning 95-3. The Eagles were led by Brooke Stagliano's 27 points, while Kennedy Broughton, Alaysia Jeune, and Jordyn Patrick also scored in double figures. Paul VI dominated the game, tallying 22 rebounds, 23 assists, 2 blocks, and 22 steals.

  • The game took place on February 17, 2026 during the first round of the inaugural Camden County Tournament.
  • Paul VI will face Mount St. Mary in the first round of the New Jersey girls basketball South Jersey Non-Public A tournament on February 26, 2026.

The players

Paul VI

A top-seeded high school girls basketball team in New Jersey, ranked 5th in the state with a 20-1 record.

Camden East

A 17th-seeded high school girls basketball team in New Jersey that was winless in its first six games of the season.

Brooke Stagliano

A player for Paul VI who led all scorers with 27 points in the game.

Kennedy Broughton

A player for Paul VI who scored 15 points in the game.

Alaysia Jeune

A player for Paul VI who scored 13 points in the game.

Jordyn Patrick

A player for Paul VI who scored 12 points in the game.

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What they’re saying

“Despite this lopsided defeat, NJ.com's Chris Nalwasky wrote that Camden coach Omar Holden felt that Paul VI did not disrespect his team.”

— Chris Nalwasky, NJ.com reporter (NJ.com)

“He also mentioned that their basketball program only started six years ago.”

— Omar Holden, Camden East coach (NJ.com)

What’s next

After this victory, Paul VI added another win against Cherry Hill East, 67-30, to advance to the tournament's semifinal round.

The takeaway

This game highlights the challenges faced by newer high school basketball programs in establishing themselves against more experienced and talented teams. It raises questions about competitive balance and the need for support and resources to help develop these emerging programs.