HOBAN NOT BACKING DOWN
By Ty Bartell
HOLLAND, Ohio — The Archbishop Hoban Knights girls basketball team continued their impressive season with a 62-48 triumph over the Holland Springfield Blue Devils, showcasing their dominance on the court.
Hoban established an early advantage, taking a commanding 19-7 lead over the Blue Devils in the first quarter. However, Springfield fought back in the second quarter, outscoring the Knights 18-13 and narrowing the gap to seven points, with Hoban leading 32-25 at halftime.
The second half saw both teams exchanging buckets at an almost even rate, with the Knights gaining a single-point edge in the third quarter, finishing 16-15 and taking a 48-40 lead into the final frame. Hoban sealed the deal in the fourth quarter with a 14-8 performance, securing a 62-48 victory.
Offensively, the Knights were led by “Zig” Niera Stevens, who finished with an impressive 20 points, showcasing her scoring prowess in the second half of January. Devin Harris contributed 17 points, and MaKenzie Grant added 12 points to bolster Hoban’s offensive efforts.
With this win, Hoban maintains an impressive 14-2 record and will be back in action on Wednesday, January 31st, facing SPIRE Academy with a 7 p.m. tip-off. Basketball enthusiasts can stay updated on Hoban’s performance throughout the season, with live games, scores, stats, stories, and more available on YSN!
