MUSTANGS GET STUNG BY THE HORNETS
Photo Credit: Joclyn Nicholas
Orwell, OH- In a thrilling matchup, the Kirtland Hornets emerged victorious over the Grand Valley Mustangs with a final score of 59-47. The game, played at the Hornets’ home turf, saw both teams fiercely competing until the final buzzer.
Quarter Scores:
- Grand Valley Mustangs: 10 | 12 | 16 | 9 | Total: 47
- Kirtland Hornets: 13 | 12 | 15 | 19 | Total: 59
Grand Valley Mustangs Total Points:
- Jerry Schultz Arrington: 22
- Braden Hart: 13
- Logan Zirzow: 2
- Ben Cozad: 2
- Peyton Dryer: 2
- Bobby Rogers: 2
- Payton Plizga: 2
- Teagan Fenton: 1
- Sammy Goforth: 1
Kirtland Hornets Total Points:
- Gino Blasini: 16
- Vince Carriero: 15
- Danny Alfieri: 10
- Nick Barisic: 8
- Jack Green: 4
- Will Sayle: 4
- Aaron Fortuna: 2
The first quarter set the tone for the rest of the game, with both teams displaying offensive prowess. The Hornets managed to take a slight lead, ending the quarter with a score of 13-10. However, the Mustangs quickly retaliated, keeping the game close as they entered halftime with a score of 25-24 in favor of Kirtland.
As the second half commenced, the intensity only grew. The Hornets managed to maintain their lead, but the Mustangs stayed within striking distance, refusing to let the game slip away. Heading into the final quarter, the Hornets held a narrow 40-39 advantage.
In the fourth quarter, the Hornets showcased their resilience and determination, pulling away from the Mustangs with a series of impressive plays. Despite a valiant effort from Grand Valley, Kirtland’s offensive firepower proved too much to handle, ultimately securing them the victory with a final score of 59-47.
Leading the charge for the Grand Valley Mustangs was Jerry Schultz Arrington, who delivered an outstanding performance with 22 points. Braden Hart also contributed significantly with 13 points of his own. However, their efforts were not enough to overcome the Hornets’ balanced attack.
For the victorious Kirtland Hornets, Gino Blasini led the scoring with 16 points, followed closely by Vince Carriero with 15 points. Danny Alfieri also made a significant impact, adding 10 points to the team’s total. With contributions from multiple players, the Hornets showcased their depth and cohesion on both ends of the court.
With this win, the Kirtland Hornets improve to a solid 13-5 record, further solidifying their position as a formidable force in the league. On the other hand, the Grand Valley Mustangs, now standing at 6-12, will look to bounce back as they prepare to face the Jefferson Falcons in their upcoming matchup.
