RAIDERS REFUSE TO GIVE POLAND A CONFERENCE CROWN
CANFIELD OH- In a nail-biting clash with high stakes, South Range battled Poland on Tuesday night, with the hopes of a repeat NE8 title hanging in the balance. The Raiders dug deep and delivered a thrilling performance in overtime, denying Poland a chance to celebrate on their home floor and securing a hard-fought 41-35 victory.
South Range showcased resilience and determination, epitomized by Landon Moore’s impressive 16-point performance. Dylan Turvey contributed 9 points, while Luke Rohan’s clutch 3-pointer late in the fourth quarter played a pivotal role in propelling the Raiders to victory. Matt Singleton added 5 points to the well-rounded offensive effort.
Poland, led by Carmine Tukalo’s standout 24-point performance, fought valiantly throughout the game. Oliver McCully added 6 points to the team’s effort, but they fell short in the face of South Range’s relentless pursuit of the win.
With this crucial victory, South Range (11-4) keeps their NE8 title hopes alive, setting the stage for a challenging road trip to Niles on Friday. Poland (12-4) remains in contention for an outright conference championship, with their next opportunity to secure it coming on Saturday as they travel to face Salem. As the regular season heats up, both teams navigate the competitive landscape, each game carrying significant implications for their postseason aspirations.
