Lakota West defeats Mason in girls basketball matchup

Firebirds win 47-37 in Greater Miami Conference rivalry game

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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The Lakota West Firebirds girls basketball team defeated the Mason Comets 47-37 in a Greater Miami Conference matchup on Saturday, February 14, 2025 at Lakota West High School.

Why it matters

This game was an important conference matchup between two of the top girls basketball programs in the Greater Cincinnati area. Lakota West and Mason have a long-standing rivalry, and the outcome of this game could impact the conference standings and playoff seeding.

The details

The Firebirds were led by strong performances from junior guard Caroline Bayliff, who hit several key three-pointers, and senior point guard Kathryn Fox, who controlled the tempo and made plays on both ends of the floor. Mason was paced by junior forward Anna Habra, who scored a team-high 12 points.

  • The game was played on Saturday, February 14, 2025.
  • Lakota West and Mason are conference rivals in the Greater Miami Conference.

The players

Caroline Bayliff

A junior guard for the Lakota West Firebirds who hit several three-pointers in the game.

Kathryn Fox

A senior point guard for the Lakota West Firebirds who controlled the tempo and made plays on both ends of the floor.

Anna Habra

A junior forward for the Mason Comets who scored a team-high 12 points in the game.

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What they’re saying

“This was a hard-fought game between two great teams. I'm proud of the way our girls competed and executed our game plan.”

— Jamaal Green, Head Coach, Lakota West Firebirds (source not provided)

What’s next

The Lakota West Firebirds will look to build on this conference win as they continue their quest for a Greater Miami Conference championship. The Mason Comets will aim to rebound in their next game as they try to keep pace in the competitive conference race.

The takeaway

This game showcased the high level of girls basketball talent in the Greater Cincinnati area, with two evenly matched teams battling it out in an intense conference rivalry. The Lakota West Firebirds' victory demonstrates their ability to win tough road games against quality opponents, a trait that could serve them well as they pursue postseason success.