Sandburg’s Ellie Driscoll loves basketball so much that just playing the sport isn’t enough for her.

In the coming months, the senior guard is going to explore a new avenue.

“My dad ( Rich ) runs the South Side Catholic League,” Driscoll said. “It’s a family thing. So, this winter, I’m going to be a referee. It will be awesome, for sure.

“It will give me a different perspective on the game — 1,000%.”

Driscoll had her scoring perspective on display Tuesday night, putting up 28 points for the host Eagles in a 56-55 nonconference loss to Yorkville in both teams’ season opener in Orland Park.

Zoe Trunk added 11 points for Sandburg (0-1), while her twin sister, Olivia , landed nine rebounds and four steals. The Eagles tied up the ball with nine seconds left but missed a final shot.

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