Henley Outlasts Marist Catholic in Quarterfinals

Hornets advance to semifinals after physical 4A playoff matchup

Mar. 13, 2026 at 10:55am

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The Henley Hornets (21-5) defeated the Marist Catholic Spartans (19-7) in the quarterfinals of the OSAA 4A Girls Basketball Playoffs in a physical contest that saw Henley shoot 27 free throws, converting 18 of them. Makayla Schroeder led Henley with 19 points and 9 rebounds, while Katelyn Shoemaker paced Marist Catholic with 15 points. Henley will now advance to the semifinals to face top-seeded Stayton (22-3), a team they lost to earlier in the season.

Why it matters

This quarterfinal matchup between two strong 4A girls basketball programs highlights the competitive nature of the OSAA playoffs, where teams must overcome physical play and foul trouble to advance. Henley's ability to capitalize at the free throw line proved crucial in securing the victory.

The details

Henley led 14-9 after the first quarter, but Marist Catholic adjusted and deployed a press that stifled the Hornets' offense in the second quarter, outscoring them 12-3 to take a 21-17 lead at halftime. Henley returned the favor in the third quarter, holding Marist Catholic to only six points. The Spartans made a late run, but missed a potential game-tying three-pointer with under 30 seconds left, sealing their fate.

  • The game was played on March 12, 2026.
  • Henley faced Stayton earlier in the season on December 12th, where the Eagles won 65-61.

The players

Makayla Schroeder

Led Henley in scoring with 19 points and added 9 rebounds.

Prestyn Schade

Had 9 points, 7 of which came at the free throw line, for Henley.

Katelyn Shoemaker

Paced the Marist Catholic Spartans with 15 points.

Ashley Powell

Had 12 points for the Marist Catholic Spartans.

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What they’re saying

“The game will be broadcast by Walter Hartley on 1150 AM and 92.9 FM in the Basin.”

— Walter Hartley, Broadcaster (mybasin.com)

What’s next

Henley will face the top-seeded Stayton Eagles (22-3) in the semifinals. The game will be broadcast on local radio.

The takeaway

Henley's ability to capitalize at the free throw line and make key defensive stops in the second half proved crucial in their quarterfinal victory over a tough Marist Catholic squad. The Hornets will need to bring that same intensity and execution to their semifinal matchup against the top-seeded Stayton Eagles if they hope to advance to the championship game.