The first Battle New England All-Star Tournament, held in honor of the late Medina Dixon, concluded Sunday afternoon at the Kroc Corps Community Center in Dorchester. As had been the case all weekend, the day was highlighted by displays of creativity and toughness from some of New England’s top girls’ basketball talent.
Just ask Avery O’Connor, a Dedham High senior and Globe All-Scholastic who will play at New Hampshire next fall. While fighting for a rebound in the championship game, the Medina Dixon Dream Team I member took an opposing head to her nose piercing, which cut O’Connor and gave her a bloody nose.