TIGERS WALK IT OFF ON THE FREE THROW LINE
CANFIELD OH- In a captivating matchup at the South Range Holliday Hoops Classic, Massillon Washington and Hilliard Davidson treated fans to a rollercoaster of emotions. After a stunning 20-0 run by Hilliard Davidson in the second quarter, Massillon Washington staged a remarkable comeback, sealing a dramatic 35-34 victory with a walk-off free throw by Telia Russell.
The first half saw Hilliard Davidson dominating, taking a commanding 26-11 lead into halftime, thanks in part to a stellar 20-point second quarter. However, Massillon Washington, undeterred by the deficit, mounted a relentless comeback in the second half.
Key to Massillon’s resurgence was the standout performance by Makyah Edwards, who contributed 11 points. Telia Russell added 10 crucial points, and Hannah Nicola chipped in 7 points. The team’s collective effort culminated in a stunning turnaround and a walk-off free throw for the win.
Hilliard Davidson showcased their three-point shooting prowess, sinking 5 team threes distributed among four different players. Anna Wile led the scoring for Davidson with 10 points, and Sophie Onderak added 5 points.
With this thrilling win, Massillon Washington advances to a 7-3 record, gearing up for another challenge on Day 2 of the Classic against Mooney. Hilliard Davidson, now standing at 5-5, looks to bounce back in their second game against Boardman. The game served as a testament to the unpredictability and excitement of high school basketball, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the next chapter in both teams’ journeys.
