DRAGONS SOAR IN THRILLER OVER PIRATES
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Ashtabula, OH- In a nail-biting showdown on the court, the Lakeside Dragons clinched a thrilling victory over the Perry Pirates with a final score of 57-56. The game was marked by intense competition and clutch performances from both teams, making it an unforgettable matchup.
Quarter Scores:
- Lakeside Dragons: 10 | 21 | 11 | 15 = 57
- Perry Pirates: 11 | 15 | 12 | 18 = 56
Player Stats – Lakeside Dragons:
- Dyln Newsome: 29 points
- Aiden Hathy: 12 points
- Alex DiSalvatore: 6 points
- Connor Mead: 5 points
- Chase Newsome: 5 points
Player Stats – Perry Pirates:
- Vincent Tomasic: 20 points
- Derreon Malone: 11 points
- Braylen Richards: 10 points
- Allen Morris: 8 points
- Ryan Zurinsky: 5 points
- Walter Moses: 2 points
The Dragons’ Dyln Newsome showcased his scoring prowess, leading all scorers with an impressive 29 points, while Vincent Tomasic led the Pirates with 20 points.
The intensity peaked in the fourth quarter as both teams battled fiercely, trading the lead back and forth. With just seconds remaining on the clock, Dyln Newsome of Lakeside drew a foul on a crucial drive to the basket, sinking both free throws to put the Dragons ahead 57-53. However, the Pirates refused to back down, as Vincent Tomasic launched a desperate three-pointer with just one second left, narrowing the gap to a single point.
In a heart-stopping finale, Lakeside managed to secure the victory as Perry’s Braylen Richards intercepted a full-court inbound pass and attempted a shot from long range, which fell short as time expired, sealing the Dragons’ win.
With this hard-fought victory, the Lakeside Dragons (5-11) will look to carry their momentum into their next game at home against the Hudson Explorers (11-7) on February 13, 2024. The Explorers are entering the matchup fresh off a convincing 68-52 win over the Twinsburg Tigers, posing a tough challenge for the Dragons.
On the other hand, the Perry Pirates (9-9) will aim to bounce back in their next game against the Chagrin Falls Tigers (6-12) on February 13, 2024. The Tigers are coming off a disappointing 64-49 loss to the Fairview Warriors, presenting an opportunity for the Pirates to regain their winning form. Both teams will be hungry for victory as they seek to make their mark in the remainder of the season.
