Pate's 23, Bowling's 12-13 Double-Double Lift Brebeuf Jesuit Over Guerin in OT

Brebeuf Jesuit pulled away in overtime to defeat Guerin Catholic 61-52 in a hard-fought sectional matchup on Feb. 3, 2026. Robyn Pate led the way with 23 points while shooting 57 percent for the game, and Jailen Bowling anchored the inside with a 12-point, 13-rebound double-double. Guerin’s Cecilia Titus finished with 19 points on 8-for-15 shooting, keeping the contest close through regulation.

The game featured contrasting strengths. Brebeuf relied on Pate’s efficient scoring and Bowling’s control of the glass to generate second-chance opportunities and slam the door in extra time. Pate’s balanced touch and decision-making forced Guerin to account for perimeter threats, and Bowling’s 13 rebounds limited Guerin’s offensive rebounds and repeatedly reset Brebeuf possessions. Those two performances combined for the margin of victory in a low-scoring, defense-leaning affair.

Guerin Catholic leaned on Cecilia Titus’s volume and efficiency. Titus was 8-for-15 from the floor and finished with 19 points, often creating looks for herself in late-clock situations. Her production kept Guerin within striking distance and forced Brebeuf to execute under pressure. Still, Guerin’s supporting cast could not match Brebeuf’s rebounding presence, which proved decisive in overtime as the Rams found extra possessions and converted when it mattered most.

From a tactical standpoint, the contest underscored the value of interior dominance in sectional play. Bowling’s double-double exemplified how controlling the boards can translate into both offensive opportunities and defensive stops in tight postseason environments. Pate’s 57 percent shooting highlighted the premium on shot selection and finishing efficiency when games slow down and every possession is magnified.

This victory does more than move a scoreline; it reinforces Brebeuf Jesuit’s identity in postseason play and provides momentum heading deeper into the sectional bracket. For players like Pate and Bowling, standout performances on this stage raise their profiles among local observers and college recruiters who frequently monitor sectional tournaments. For Guerin, Titus’s outing is a clear sign of a player who can carry an offense, even as the program will need more supporting production to advance against physical, rebound-oriented opponents.

Brebeuf advances in the sectional bracket after the 61-52 overtime win, while Guerin must regroup and evaluate how to pair Titus’s scoring with more consistent rebounding and defensive stops. The result will reverberate in local hoops conversations and sets the tone for both programs as they chase deeper runs and postseason goals.