Troy Downs Canton To Advance To NTL Showdown Final

By: Chris Manning  /  February 13, 2026

Troy defeated Canton, 57-43, during the opening round of the NTL Showdown Girls Basketball Tournament.

After a slow start that saw the two teams combine for 13 total points in the first quarter the Trojans broke out and took a 33-20 lead at the half.

They led by as many as 23 points midway through the third, but an 11-0 Canton run saw them cut it to 12 halfway through the fourth.

Troy responded with a 5-0 spurt after that to effectively secure the win.

Kyah Renzo had 19 points, six boards, and three steals to lead the Trojans, as Giana Renzi netted 17 points, four assists, and four steals.

Raelyn Woodward finished with eight points, four rebounds, and two blocks, while Izzy Renzi finished with six points, seven steals, and two blocks.

Emma Mickley notched five points with seven boards, as Haidyn Watson chipped in with two points, and two blocks.