A HRITZ BUZZER BEATER SEALS CANFIELD’S COMEBACK
CANFIELD OH- In a game where points were hard-fought and shots were elusive, Canfield and Marlington engaged in a gritty battle on Tuesday. The first half was a struggle for Canfield, managing only 6 points, but they persevered and mounted a dramatic comeback in the second half.
Trailing 19-6 at halftime, Canfield faced an uphill battle. However, the Cardinals maintained their confidence, and as shots began to find the mark, the tide turned in their favor. The highlight of the game came in the form of a buzzer-beating three-pointer by Cami Hritz, sealing a thrilling 31-28 victory for Canfield.
Cami Hritz led the scoring charge for Canfield with a game-high 14 points, while Jenna Triveri contributed 6 points, and Camie Dill added 5 points. The Canfield defense played a pivotal role, holding Marlington to just 9 second-half points.
The dramatic turnaround and last-second heroics underscored Canfield’s resilience and determination. With this hard-fought win, Canfield advances to a 4-2 record on the season. Looking ahead, they will continue their season on Saturday with a road trip to face Stow Monroe Falls, with tip-off scheduled for noon. The nail-biting victory against Marlington adds another thrilling chapter to Canfield’s basketball campaign.
