For the Lady Colts' skipper admits, "I have a good seat for games."

He then added, "(My players) don't need me. They see things (during games) and make adjustments on their own."

In other words, CV is well-coached.

As they headed into the second half of Section 4-AAA action against West Mifflin last night, the Lady Colts sport an undefeated record (6-0) in the league. They are 10-4 overall.

At the onset of the season, CV adjusted to having to play without one of its standouts from last year's 17-7 playoff club.

Erica Restich suffered an injury to a tendon in her foot that was similar to that sustained by Wayne Capers. Hurt during the football season, the CV quarterback is unable to play basketball this winter.

However, Restich has recovered. She has rounding into the condition that enabled her to average over 10 points a game last year. In fact, the senior, who is being courted by Allegheny, Behrend and Washington and Jefferson colleges exploded for 21 points in CV's most recent win, 52-39, over Steel Valley.

"Erica's tendon was frayed not broken. It was a serious injury," said Stefko.

Nevertheless, Restich does a great deal for the Lady Colts says Stefko.

"When she is healthy, we're different," he stated. "She changes a game. Depending on the way people guard her, she can average six or seven assists or score points. She sees the flow of the game and has such creative potential. She's an extraordinary distributor or she can take it to the basket."

Lexy Heron, likewise, can take it to the hole or distribute. The junior guard averages double digit scoring along with shooting guard Paige Aleski. Heron had 10 in the win over Steel Valley.

Of Heron, who is fully recovered from her ACL injury, Stefko said, "She can score a bunch or move the ball around. She gets good reads on the ball.

On Aleski, Stefko said, "Paige is extraordinary. When she gets the open look, it's going down. It's definitely lights out."

Meanwhile, there is no lack of energy when Alexa Coyne enters the contest in relief of point guard Rebecca Braithwaite, a senior who leads the team in assists. The freshman topped 12 points against Steel Valley. The 5-3 guard frustrates opponents with her frenetic play.

"Because of her size, Alexa causes duress for other players," Stefko said. "Her size is an advantage for her, absolutely."

At 5-11, size also gives Alyssa Mazzarini an edge. In addition to being the team's leading rebounder, the senior is not adverse to the tag of easy-bucket babe.

"Alyssa is the luckiest girl on the planet," said Stefko. "She gets the layups and she makes them. She thinks it's great and it's great for us, too."

Solid has been the play of yet another senior, Kayla Dames. At 5-8, she can attack inside or from the outside. Plus, she contributes strong defense and leadership.

"We have strong leadership on this club," said Stefko, pointing to the fact that CV's top six players all started last year and have contributed to the program's success for four seasons, including consecutive playoff runs. "Our seniors give us what we want. They always gives us a chance to win.

"All of the girls play with passion," he added. "It's easy to be proud of this team."

And easy to watch for that matter. Even from the cheap seats.