2016DSG
2016 Dick’s Sporting Goods High School National Tournament (Boys & Girls)
Christ the King & Madison Square Garden
Middle Village & New York, NY
March 31-April 2, 2016
©2016 Ron Harrison
Thursday March 31st (Christ the King)
La Lumiere (IN) vs. St. Benedict’s Prep (NJ) (Quarterfinal)
La Lumiere coach Shane Heirman started the following lineup: 6-10 Sr. James Banks, 6-7 Jr. Brian Bowen, 6-11 Jr. Jeremiah Tilmon, 6-0 Fr. Tyger Campbell, and 6-4 Sr. Brandon Cyrus. St. Benedict’s Prep coach Mark Taylor countered with 6-9 Sr. Arnaldo Toro, 6-4 Jr. David Beatty, 6-10 Jr. Bourama Sidibe, 5-11 Jr. Jayd Gaulden-Saddler, and 6-4 Sr. James Scott.
La Lumiere avenged an earlier loss to St. Benedict’s Prep by eking out a 60-59 victory today. The score was tied twice and there were four lead changes in this game. La Lumiere shot 43.4% from the field including six of 12 from the three point line. The Lakers connected on eight of 11 free throws, pulled down 35 rebounds, and scored four points off 12 St. Benedict’s Prep turnovers. St. Benedict’s Prep shot 38.2% from the field including six of 20 from beyond the arc. The Gray Bees connected on 11 of 21 free throws, pulled down 39 rebounds, and scored 17 points off 13 La Lumiere turnovers.
Brian Bowen led La Lumiere with 23 points, five rebounds, and three steals. Jeremiah Tilmon added nine points and 10 rebounds. Tyger Campbell also scored nine points. James Banks recorded four points, eight rebounds, and two blocked shots. Brandon Cyrus and 6-0 Jr. Isaiah Coleman-Lands each scored six points.
James Scott led St. Benedict’s Prep with 8 points including two three point baskets, four rebounds, and four assists. Bourama Sidibe added 13 points, 12 rebounds, and three blocked shots. Arnaldo Toro recorded 10 points and eight rebounds. Jayd Gaulden-Saddler chipped in with eight points including two three point baskets and four rebounds.
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La Lumiere (IN) |
15 |
18 |
13 |
14 |
60 |
|
St. Benedict’s Prep (NJ) |
12 |
18 |
15 |
14 |
59 |
La Lumiere (IN) (60) – Banks 4, Bowen 23, Tilmon 9, Campbell 9, Cyrus 6, Coleman-Lands 6, Zhang 3.
St. Benedict’s Prep (NJ) (59) – Toro 10, Beatty 5, Sidibe 13, Gaulden-Saddler 8, Scott 18, Wall 3, Williams 2.
Wasatch Academy (UT) vs. Oak Hill Academy (VA) (Quarterfinal)
Wasatch Academy (UT) coach Curtis Conde started the following lineup: 6-7 Jr. Josip Vrankic, 6-5 So. Emmanuel Akot, 6-7 Sr. Jackson Rowe, 6-3 Sr. Koby McEwen, and 6-5 Jr. Jeff Baradziej. Oak Hill Academy coach Steve Smith countered with 6-7 Sr. Braxton Key, 6-4 Jr. Ty-Shon Alexander, 6-9 Sr. Khadim Sy, 6-2 Jr. Matt Coleman, and 6-2 Jr. Lindell Wigginton.
Oak Hill Academy (VA) outscored Wasatch Academy (UT) 28-9 in the second quarter on their way to an 81-64 victory. Oak Hill Academy (VA) shot 47.1% from the field including eight of 20 from the three point line. The Warriors attempted 26 more shots (70-44) than Wasatch Academy. The Warriors connected on seven of seven free throws, pulled down 34 rebounds, and scored 22 points off 16 Wasatch Academy (UT) turnovers. Wasatch Academy (UT) shot 52.3% from the field including seven of 13 from beyond the arc. The Tigers connected on 11 of 17 free throws, pulled down 27 rebounds, and scored eight points off seven Oak Hill Academy (VA) turnovers.
Lindell Wigginton led a balanced Oak Hill Academy attack with 17 points including five of five free throws, four rebounds, and six assists. Khadim Sy added 13 points and 10 rebounds. 6-2 Jr. Devontae Shuler also scored 13 points. Braxton Key recorded 12 points, seven rebounds, three assists, two blocked shots, and four steals. Ty-Shon Alexander chipped in with 11 points including three three point baskets.
Josip Vrankic led Wasatch Academy with 18 points, six rebounds, and two blocked shots. Jackson Rowe added 13 points, seven rebounds, four assists, and two blocked shots. Koby McEwen recorded 12 points, six rebounds, and five assists. Jeff Baradziej chipped in with nine points on three three point baskets.
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Wasatch Academy (UT) |
18 |
9 |
18 |
19 |
64 |
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Oak Hill Academy (VA) |
10 |
28 |
19 |
24 |
81 |
Wasatch Academy (UT) (64) – Vrankic 18, Akot 7, Rowe 13, McEwen 12, Baradziej 9, Squire 5.
Oak Hill Academy (VA) (81) – Key 12, Alexander 11, Sy 13, Coleman 7, Wigginton 17, Kegler 6, Shuler 13, Miller 2.
Providence Day (NC) vs. Montverde Academy (FL) (Quarterfinal)
Providence Day (NC) coach Brian Fields started the following lineup: 6-6 Sr. Josh Howard, 6-6 Sr. Grant Williams, 6-8 Sr. Isaac Johnson, 6-3 So. Devon Dotson, and 6-4 So Trey Wertz. Montverde Academy (FL) coach Kevin Boyle countered with 6-8 So. Simisola Shittu, 6-8 Jr. Sean Mobley, 6-10 Sr. Micah Potter, 6-0 Sr. Davonta Jordan, and 6-6 Fr. RJ Barrett.
Montverde Academy (FL) defeated Providence Day (NC) by a score of 70-54. Montverde Academy (FL) shot 58% from the field including one of five from the three point line. The Eagles connected on 11 of 16 free throws, pulled down 31 rebounds, and committed 12 turnovers. Providence Day (NC) shot 34.5% from the field including four of 21 from beyond the arc. The Chargers connected on 10 of 19 free throws, pulled down 38 rebounds, and committed 16 turnovers.
RJ Barrett led Montverde Academy with 20 points and seven rebounds. Davonta Jordan added 11 points, three rebounds, three assists, and three steals. 6-8 So. Silvio DeSousa recorded 10 points. Simisola Shittu added eight points, five rebounds, and five assists.
Grant Williams led Providence Day with 12 points and eight rebounds. Devon Dotson added 11 points and five assists. Isaac Johnson recorded eight points and six rebounds. Trey Wertz also scored eight points. Josh Howard added seven points, seven rebounds, and three steals.
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Providence Day (NC) |
15 |
11 |
13 |
15 |
54 |
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Montverde Academy (FL) |
12 |
20 |
19 |
19 |
70 |
Providence Day (NC) (54) – Howard 7, Williams 12, Johnson 8, Dotson 11, Wertz 8, Peterson 6, Brown 2.
Montverde Academy (FL) (70) – Shittu 8, Mobley 0, Potter 3, Jordan 11, Barrett 20, Carr 5, Fernando 8, DeSousa 10, Cham 5.
Miller Grove (GA) vs. Findlay Prep (NV) (Quarterfinal)
Miller Grove (GA) coach Sharman White started the following lineup: 6-4 Sr. Colin Young, 6-3 Jr. Joshua Jackmon, 6-6 Sr. Raylon Richardson, 5-11 Sr. Aaron Augustin, and 5-11 Sr. Alterique Gilbert. Findlay Prep (NV) coach Andy Johnson countered with 6-8 Jr. PJ Washington, 6-5 Sr. Skylar Mays, 6-9 Jr. Oshae Brissett, 5-11 Jr. Markus Howard, and 6-4 Sr. Carlos Johnson.
Aaron Augustin hit a floater in the lane with approximately 12 seconds left in the game to give Miller Grove (GA) a 67-65 victory over Findlay Prep (NV). Skylar Mays missed a three point attempt at the buzzer for Findlay Prep. There were six ties and nine lead changes in the game. Miller Grove (GA) shot 40.6% from the field including eight of 30 from the three point line. They connected on seven of nine free throws, pulled down 31 rebounds, and scored 22 points off 16 Findlay Prep turnovers. Findlay Prep shot 51% from the field including four of nine from beyond the arc. The Pilots connected on 11 of 19 free throws, pulled down 36 rebounds, and scored eight points off nine Miller Grove turnovers.
Alterique Gilbert led Miller Grove (GA) with 20 points including three three point baskets and four assists. Raylon Richardson added 12 points and five rebounds. Colin Young recorded 10 points and five rebounds.
Skylar Mays led Findlay Prep (NV) with 21 points, five rebounds, and three assists. PJ Washington added 15 points, 13 rebounds, and three blocked shots. Markus Howard recorded 13 points including three three point baskets. Carlos Johnson chipped in with nine points and six rebounds.
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Miller Grove (GA) |
16 |
19 |
12 |
20 |
67 |
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Findlay Prep (NV) |
18 |
9 |
22 |
16 |
65 |
Miller Grove (GA) (67) – Young 10, Jackmon 4, Richardson 12, Augustin 4, Gilbert 20, Hardy 8, Saunders 5, Cox 4.
Findlay Prep (NV) (65) – Washington 15, Mays 21, Brissett 3, Howard 13, Johnson 9, Clark 2, Diane 2.
Friday April 1st (Christ the King)
St. Francis Academy (GA) vs. Riverdale Baptist (MD) (Girls) (Semifinal)
St. Francis Academy (GA) coach Aisha Kennedy started the following lineup: 6-1 So. Jala Jorda, 6-1 Jr. Maya Dodson, 6-3 Jr. Kasiyahna Kushkituah, 5-6 Jr. Nichel Tampa, and 5-6 Jr. Taja Cummings. Riverdale Baptist (MD) coach Sam Caldwell countered with 6-1 Sr. Kaila Charles, 6-1 Sr. Morgan Smith, 6-1 Sr. Mangela Ngandjui, 5-6 Sr. Nia Washington, and 5-9 Sr. Teyjah Oliver.
Riverdale Baptist trailed 41-36 after three quarters but outscored St. Francis Academy 21-9 in the final quarter to earn a 57-50 victory. Riverdale Baptist shot 35.4% from the field including six of 14 from the three point line. They attempted 20 more shots (65-45) from the field than St. Francis Academy. The Crusaders connected on five of 14 free throws, pulled down 37 rebounds, and scored 24 points off 28 St. Francis Academy turnovers. St. Francis Academy shot 42.2% from the field including three of 14 from beyond the arc. The Knights connected on nine of 16 free throws, pulled down 40 rebounds, and scored 13 points off 15 Riverdale Baptist turnovers.
Kaila Charles led Riverdale Baptist with 17 points, four rebounds, and four steals. Teyjah Oliver added 12 points including two three point baskets and three steals. Mangela Ngandjui recorded 11 points and nine rebounds. 5-6 Jr. Chanel Belton chipped in with 11 points including two three point baskets. Morgan Smith added six points, eight rebounds, five assists, and five steals.
Maya Dodson led St. Francis Academy with 13 points, 12 rebounds, and six blocked shots. Nichel Tampa added 13 points, four assists, and five steals. Kasiyahna Kushkituah recorded eight points and 12 rebounds. Jala Jorda chipped in with eight points including two three point baskets and 10 rebounds.
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St. Francis Academy (GA) |
10 |
19 |
12 |
9 |
50 |
|
Riverdale Baptist (MD) |
9 |
13 |
14 |
21 |
57 |
St. Francis Academy (GA) (50) – Jorda 8, Dodson 13, Kushkituah 8, Tampa 13, Cummings 4, Powell 4.
Riverdale Baptist (MD) (57) – Charles 17, Smith 6, Ngandjui 11, Washington 0, Oliver 12, Belton 11.
Ribault (FL) vs. Seton Catholic (AZ) (Girls) (Semifinal)
Ribault (FL) coach Sheila Pennick started the following lineup: 5-11 Jr. Leterra Ransom, 5-10 Jr. Day’Neshia Banks, 6-1 Jr. Rennia Davis, 5-5 Jr. Lakeisha Battles, and 5-7 Jr. Laquanza Glover. Seton Catholic (AZ) coach Karen Self countered with 6-2 Jr. Jenn Wirth, 5-10 So. Sarah Barcello, 6-3 Jr. Leeanne Wirth, 5-8 So. Kendall Krick, and 5-9 Jr. Liz Holter.
Ribault (FL) utilized their depth to pull away in the final quarter to defeat Seton Catholic (AZ) by a score of 49-41. Ribault (FL) shot 33.3% from the field including five of 12 from the three point line. The Trojans connected on eight of 14 free throws, pulled down 37 rebounds, scored 13 points off 20 Seton Catholic (AZ) turnovers, and held a 17-0 advantage in bench points. Seton Catholic (AZ) shot 27.5% from the field including four of 20 from beyond the arc. The Sentinels connected on 15 of 23 free throws, pulled down 38 rebounds, and scored seven points off 14 Ribault (FL) turnovers.
Rennia Davis led Ribault (FL) with 20 points including four three point baskets and 13 rebounds. Day’Neshia Banks added 12 points and seven rebounds. 5-6 Sr. Kayla Rogers recorded 11 points, three rebounds, three assists, and three steals.
Leeanne Wirth led Seton Catholic (AZ) with 12 points, 10 rebounds, and four blocked shots. Kendall Krick added 11 points including two three point baskets. Sarah Barcello chipped in with eight points including two three point baskets. Jenn Wirth recorded six points, 11 rebounds, and three steals.
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Ribault (FL) |
10 |
15 |
13 |
11 |
49 |
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Seton Catholic (AZ) |
15 |
7 |
13 |
6 |
41 |
Ribault (FL) (49) – Ransom 0, Banks 12, Davis 20, Battles 0, Glover 0, Rogers 11, Russell 2, Carter 4.
Seton Catholic (AZ) (41) – J. Wirth 6, Barcello 8, L. Wirth 12, Krick 11, Holter 4.
La Lumiere (IN) vs. Montverde Academy (FL) (Boys) (Semifinal)
La Lumiere coach Shane Heirman started the following lineup: 6-10 Sr. James Banks, 6-7 Jr. Brian Bowen, 6-11 Jr. Jeremiah Tilmon, 6-0 Fr. Tyger Campbell, and 6-4 Sr. Brandon Cyrus. Montverde Academy (FL) coach Kevin Boyle countered with 6-8 So. Simisola Shittu, 6-8 Jr. Sean Mobley, 6-10 Sr. Micah Potter, 6-0 Sr. Davonta Jordan, and 6-6 Fr. RJ Barrett.
La Lumiere (IN) outscored Montverde Academy (FL) 21-12 in the final quarter in a 55-47 victory. The score was tied four times and there were three lead changes in the game. The Lakers won despite attempting 30 less shots (70-40) from the field than Montverde Academy. La Lumiere shot 37.5% from the field including four of 12 from the three point line. The Lakers connected on 21 of 32 free throws, pulled down 43 rebounds, and scored nine points off 10 Montverde Academy (FL) turnovers. Montverde Academy (FL) shot 25.7% from the field including three of 28 from beyond the arc. The Eagles connected on eight of 26 free throws, pulled down 50 rebounds, and scored 13 points off 17 La Lumiere (IN) turnovers.
Brian Bowen led La Lumiere (IN) with 16 points including 10 of 13 free throws, nine rebounds, and three assists. Tyger Campbell added 11 points, four assists, and four steals. James Banks recorded 10 points, seven rebounds, and three blocked shots. Jeremiah Tilmon chipped in with six points, seven rebounds, and three blocked shots. 6-0 Jr. Isaiah Coleman-Lands added seven points including two three point baskets.
6-8 So. Silvio DeSousa led Montverde Academy (FL) with 15 points and five rebounds. Micah Potter added 11 points including two three point baskets. Simisola Shittu recorded six points and 10 rebounds.
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La Lumiere (IN) |
11 |
15 |
8 |
21 |
55 |
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Montverde Academy (FL) |
13 |
12 |
10 |
12 |
47 |
La Lumiere (IN) (55) – Banks 10, Bowen 16, Tilmon 6, Campbell 11, Cyrus 5, Coleman-Lands 7.
Montverde Academy (FL) (47) – Shittu 6, Mobley 3, Potter 11, Jordan 0, Barrett 2, Carr 4, Fernando 2, DeSousa 15, Montgomery 4.
Miller Grove (GA) vs. Oak Hill Academy (VA) (Boys) (Semifinal)
Miller Grove (GA) coach Sharman White started the following lineup: 6-4 Sr. Colin Young, 6-3 Jr. Joshua Jackmon, 6-6 Sr. Raylon Richardson, 5-11 Sr. Aaron Augustin, and 5-11 Sr. Alterique Gilbert. Oak Hill Academy coach Steve Smith countered with 6-7 Sr. Braxton Key, 6-4 Jr. Ty-Shon Alexander, 6-9 Sr. Khadim Sy, 6-2 Jr. Matt Coleman, and 6-2 Jr. Lindell Wigginton.
Oak Hill Academy (VA) trailed by seven early in the final quarter but rallied to defeat Miller Grove (GA) by a score of 47-46. Braxton Key made a game saving block for Oak Hill Academy in the closing seconds. Oak Hill Academy (VA) shot 38.8% from the field including two of 18 from the three point line. The Warriors connected on seven of 12 free throws, pulled down 40 rebounds, and scored nine points off nine Miller Grove (GA) turnovers. Miller Grove (GA) shot 39.1% from the field including two of 19 from beyond the arc. They connected on eight of 10 free throws, pulled down 21 rebounds, and scored 13 points off 15 Oak Hill Academy (VA) turnovers.
Lindell Wigginton led Oak Hill Academy (VA) with 12 points. Matt Coleman added 11 points, seven rebounds, and five assists. Braxton Key recorded 10 points, eight rebounds, and three steals. Khadim Sy chipped in with 10 points and seven rebounds. Mario Kegler added four points and eight rebounds.
Alterique Gilbert led Miller Grove (GA) with 19 points including five of six free throws. Raylon Richardson added 12 points and six rebounds. Colin Young and Joshua Jackmon each scored six points.
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Miller Grove (GA) |
6 |
13 |
18 |
9 |
46 |
|
Oak Hill Academy (VA) |
14 |
7 |
12 |
14 |
47 |
Miller Grove (GA) (46) – Young 6, Jackmon 6, Richardson 12, Augustin 3, Gilbert 19.
Oak Hill Academy (VA) (47) – Key 10, Alexander 0, Sy 10, Coleman 11, Wigginton 12, Kegler 4.
Saturday April 2nd (Madison Square Garden)
Riverdale Baptist (MD) vs. Ribault (FL) (Girls (Championship)
Riverdale Baptist (MD) coach Sam Caldwell started the following lineup: 6-1 Sr. Kaila Charles, 6-1 Sr. Morgan Smith, 6-1 Sr. Mangela Ngandjui, 5-6 Sr. Nia Washington, and 5-9 Sr. Teyjah Oliver. Ribault (FL) coach Sheila Pennick countered with 5-11 Jr. Leterra Ransom, 5-10 Jr. Day’Neshia Banks, 6-1 Jr. Rennia Davis, 5-5 Jr. Lakeisha Battles, and 5-7 Jr. Laquanza Glover.
Ribault (FL) dominated play tonight with their smothering defense and earned an impressive 75-49 over Riverside Baptist (MD). Ribault shot 51.4% from the field including three of 11 from the three point line. They connected on 20 of 30 free throws, pulled down 41 rebounds, and committed 17 turnovers. Riverdale Baptist shot 15.5% from the field including four of 18 from beyond the arc. They connected on 21 of 33 free throws, pulled down 48 rebounds, and committed 20 turnovers.
Rennia Davis led Ribault (FL) with 23 points including 11 of 12 free throws, eight rebounds, and four assists. 5-8 Sr. Nola Carter added 15 points. Carter was seven of seven from the field and one of three from the free throw line. Day’Neshia Banks recorded 12 points, 10 rebounds, and three assists. 5-4 Sr. Praise Russell chipped in with 11 points including three three point baskets.
Kaila Charles led Riverside Baptist (MD) with 14 points and 11 rebounds. Morgan Smith added 11 points and 18 rebounds.
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Riverside Baptist (MD) |
15 |
34 |
49 |
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Ribault (FL) |
29 |
46 |
75 |
Riverside Baptist (MD) (49) – Charles 14, Smith 11, Ngandjui 4, Washington 7, Oliver 3, Holmes 7, Belton 2, Mitchell 1.
Ribault (FL) (75) – Ransom 3, Banks 12, Davis 23, Battles 0, Glover 4, Rogers 6, Russell 11, Carter 15, Hutchins 1
All Tournament Team – Maya Dodson (St. Francis), Day’Neshia Banks (Ribault), Morgan Smith (Riverdale Baptist), Kaila Charles (Riverdale Baptist), and Rennia Davis (Ribault) (MVP).
La Lumiere (IN) vs. Oak Hill Academy (VA) (Boys) (Championship)
La Lumiere coach Shane Heirman started the following lineup: 6-10 Sr. James Banks, 6-7 Jr. Brian Bowen, 6-11 Jr. Jeremiah Tilmon, 6-0 Fr. Tyger Campbell, and 6-4 Sr. Brandon Cyrus. Oak Hill Academy coach Steve Smith countered with 6-7 Sr. Braxton Key, 6-4 Jr. Ty-Shon Alexander, 6-9 Sr. Khadim Sy, 6-2 Jr. Matt Coleman, and 6-2 Jr. Lindell Wigginton.
Khadim Sy scored on a tip in at the buzzer to give Oak Hill Academy a 62-60 overtime victory over La Lumiere. Oak Hill Academy led by 18 points midway through the third quarter but La Lumiere fought back and actually had a chance to put the game away in regulation but missed the first end of a one-and –one with 12 seconds left in the game. Braxton Key hit two free throws with 6.6 seconds left in regulation. La Lumiere had a last chance to win in regulation but missed a shot at the buzzer. The comeback by La Lumiere was even more remarkable considering they lost Jeremiah Tilmon early in the game with an injury. This was a big break through game for powerhouse Oak Hill Academy as this was their first championship win in five attempts at this prestigious event.
Oak Hill Academy shot 36.7% from the field including five of 16 from the three point line. The Warriors connected on 13 of 20 free throws, pulled down 47 rebounds, and scored 13 points off 10 La Lumiere turnovers. La Lumiere shot 32.8% from the field including six of 26 from beyond the arc. The Lakers connected on 14 of 19 free throws, pulled down 39 rebounds, and scored 13 points off 15 Oak Hill Academy turnovers.
Braxton Key led Oak Hill Academy with 20 points including six of seven free throws and nine rebounds. Lindell Wigginton added 16 points including two three point baskets and five rebounds. Khadim Sy recorded nine points and nine rebounds. Matt Coleman chipped in with eight points including two three point baskets and seven rebounds.
Brian Bowen led La Lumiere with 20 points including two three point baskets and nine rebounds. 6-0 Jr. Isaiah Coleman-Lands added 13 points including two three point baskets and nine rebounds. Tyger Campbell recorded 12 points, four rebounds, and seven assists. James Banks chipped in with six points, five rebounds, and four blocked shots.
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La Lumiere (IN) |
10 |
7 |
19 |
16 |
8 |
60 |
|
Oak Hill Academy (VA) |
16 |
12 |
18 |
6 |
10 |
62 |
La Lumiere (IN) (60) – Banks 6, Bowen 20, Tilmon 0, Campbell 12, Cyrus 3, Coleman-Lands 13, Zhang 6.
Oak Hill Academy (VA) (62) – Key 20, Alexander 5, Sy 9, Coleman 8, Wiggington 16, Kegler 2, Shuler 2.
All Tournament Team – Silvio DeSousa (Montverde Academy), Alterique Gilbert (Miller Grove), Brian Bowen (La Lumiere), Lindell Wigginton (Oak Hill Academy), and Braxton Key (Oak Hill Academy) (MVP).
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