Columbus East High School

The Columbus East girls basketball team closed out their regular season on Thursday night, falling to the Cathedral Irish 49-25 at the Orange Pit. The Olympians battled throughout the game but couldn’t overcome a tough Cathedral squad. The night also served as a special occasion, as Columbus East honored its seniors—Kimberly Carothers, Ellie Schlaudroff, and early graduate Kiarra Capps—for their dedication and commitment to the program. Their leadership and contributions have been invaluable, and they leave behind a lasting impact. Thank you, seniors! Looking Ahead: IHSAA State Tournament With the regular season now behind them, the Olympians shift their focus to the postseason. They will compete in the IHSAA 4A Sectional #14, beginning next week. Columbus East opens sectional play on Tuesday, February 4, at 7 p.m. against the Whiteland Warriors at Columbus North High School. The two teams did not meet in the regular season, setting up an intriguing matchup. Fans can purchase tickets in advance here: [Eventlink Tickets] https://public.eventlink.com/tickets?t=103558 Olympians Scoring Recap Kimberly Carothers – 15 points Ella Anthis – 5 points Krea Martin – 2 points Lucy Ross – 2 points Averie Graham – 1 point Best of luck to the Olympians as they begin their sectional journey!