BADGER HANGS ON FOR THRILLING WIN IN LISBON

LISBON OH- Fresh off a big win over Jackson Milton on Tuesday, Badger came in to Friday with upset on their mind. They knew they’d have a height advantage, and tried to use as much as possible. However, Lisbon countered at every turn with their superior guard play. The two conflicting styles clashing turned into an instant classic. The Braves defense was actually the hero, getting a big stop while Lisbon had opportunities to tie the game. The Braves defensive stand let them hold on to their 46-44 win. Badger outscored Lisbon 17-8 in the fourth quarter.

Leading the Braves was Jack Lendak who had a monster game finishing with 25 points. Jaden Richards was also in double figures with 13 points for the Braves.

Lisbon was paced by Hunter Dailey who scored 21 points. Trevor Siefke added 15 points to the cause as well.

Badger wins the sectional championship and moves on to the district semifinal. They’ll square up with fourth seeded St Thomas Aquinas on Tuesday in Struthers. Tip off is set at 7:00.