Mar 18, 2025
Lucko
Name: Emily Lucko
School: Bishop Carroll
Age: 14
Grade: Freshman
Sport: Basketball
Athlete of the week achievement: Lucko scored a career-high 23 points in Bishop Carroll’s 60-47 PIAA quarterfinal win over Williamsburg. Earlier in the week, she had six points for the Lady Huskies in a 54-22 second-round victory over District 10 champion Farrell.
Season update: Lucko is averaging 9.3 points per game for Bishop Carroll, which has won 21 games and will play Bishop Guilfoyle Academy in the PIAA semifinals with a chance to play in the PIAA Class 1A championship game on the line Saturday.
Coach John Strittmatter’s quote: “Emily has gone from junior varsity starter to varsity starter. She has a strong work ethic and passion for the game. She is a joy to coach.”
Favorite teacher: Ms. Burley
Favorite subject: Math
Favorite movie: “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days”
Favorite food: Eggplant rollatini
Favorite song: “Breakeven” by The Script
Outside interests: Running, art, traveling
Favorite professional team: Boston Celtics
Favorite college team: Clemson women’s basketball
Pro athlete most admired: Jayson Tatum
Best athlete I ever competed against: Ava Pablic
Most influential person on my athletic career: My mom and dad
Proudest athletic achievement: Helping my team make the PIAA semifinals
How I got my start in basketball: Playing against my brother in the driveway
Future goal: Winning states
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