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Connellsville Today
By the People, for the People
Connellsville Lady Falcons finish 3rd at Southwest Pa. Girls Invitational
Team avenges early-season loss to Trinity, defeats Upper St. Clair twice
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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The Connellsville Lady Falcons basketball team finished in third place at the Southwest Pa. Girls Invitational tournament held at Washington & Jefferson College on Wednesday. The Lady Falcons, with an 8-4 record, were able to avenge an early-season loss to Trinity and defeat Upper St. Clair twice during the tournament.
Why it matters
The Southwest Pa. Girls Invitational is a prestigious high school basketball tournament that showcases some of the top teams in the region. Connellsville's third-place finish demonstrates the team's growth and competitiveness over the course of the season, as they were able to defeat strong opponents like Trinity and Upper St. Clair.
The details
In the tournament, the Lady Falcons were able to avenge an earlier loss to Trinity by defeating them. They also managed to defeat Upper St. Clair twice during the event. This strong performance allowed Connellsville to secure a third-place finish in the overall tournament standings.
- The Southwest Pa. Girls Invitational tournament was held on Wednesday, February 12, 2026.
The players
Connellsville Lady Falcons
The girls' basketball team from Connellsville High School in Pennsylvania.
Trinity
A high school basketball team that the Connellsville Lady Falcons faced and defeated in the tournament after an earlier loss.
Upper St. Clair
A high school basketball team that the Connellsville Lady Falcons faced and defeated twice during the tournament.
The takeaway
Connellsville's third-place finish at the prestigious Southwest Pa. Girls Invitational tournament demonstrates the team's growth and competitiveness over the course of the season, as they were able to avenge an earlier loss and defeat strong opponents like Trinity and Upper St. Clair.
