KNIGHTS LEAVE THE BENGALS WITHOUT A BITE
By Ty Bartell
AKRON OH- In a dominating display of skill and teamwork, the Archbishop Hoban Knights triumphed over the Benedictine Bengals on Friday night, securing a decisive victory with a final score of 58-24.
From the opening tip-off, Hoban asserted their dominance, surging ahead in the first quarter with an emphatic 21-3 lead. Unrelenting, they continued to pile on the points in the second quarter, outscoring Benedictine 26-10, establishing a commanding 47-13 lead at halftime.
The third quarter proved no different as Hoban maintained their dominance, extending their lead to 53-15. The game concluded with a resounding 58-24 victory in favor of The Knights.
The standout performers for Hoban were Sam Greer and “JJ” John Johnson. JJ led the team with an impressive 15 points, while Greer contributed 10 points in the absence of Jonas Nichols. Additionally, Josh Greer, Tayten Crable, and Joey Hardman all made significant contributions, each finishing with 7 points.
With this win, Hoban, with a season record of 6-5, is set to take their talents on the road to Ohio Dominican University on Sunday, January 14th, where they will face off against Hilliard Bradley, who boasts an 8-3 record. The Knights will then return home on Tuesday, January 16th, to host The Canton McKinley Bulldogs. Basketball enthusiasts can stay updated on Hoban’s season by following live games, scores, stats, stories, and more on YSN.
