WARRIORS FALL IN CLOSING MOMENTS OF ANOTHER OT BATTLE
East Ashtabula, OH- In another thrilling encounter that went down to the wire, the Edgewood Warriors clashed with the Madison Blue Streaks, resulting in a nail-biting overtime showdown. The final scores stood at Edgewood Warriors 67, Madison Blue Streaks 69, marking the 5th game this season for the Warriors that has come down to the final shot and the 3rd game that has extended into overtime.
QUARTER SCORES
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | OT | TOTAL
Edgewood Warriors | 15 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 9 | 67
Madison Blue Streaks | 16 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 11 | 69
Player Stats:
Edgewood Warriors:
- Jacob Ernst: 18 points
- Mason Thorr: 20 points
- Logan Kray: 23 points
- Brady Andrejack: 2 points
- Russell Thomas: 2 points
- Zach Carlton Hull: 2 points
Madison Blue Streaks:
- JP Dragas: 50 points
- Noah Crites: 6 points
- Seth Negin: 5 points
- Knolan Albert: 4 points
- Bryant Perkins: 2 points
- Mac Steele: 2 points
Game Highlights:
The game showcased an exceptional performance by the Madison Blue Streaks’ JP Dragas, who single-handedly accounted for an impressive 50 points, including the crucial final two free throws that secured the victory for the Blue Streaks. Dragas’s outstanding contribution proved to be the deciding factor in this closely contested matchup.
For the Edgewood Warriors, Jacob Ernst, Mason Thorr, and Logan Kray displayed remarkable scoring prowess, combining for a total of 61 points. However, the collective effort fell just short of overcoming Dragas’s individual brilliance.
Overtime Drama:
The game reached new heights of excitement as it extended into overtime, marking the third time this season that the Warriors found themselves in such a situation. Both teams battled fiercely in the extra period, but it was ultimately the Blue Streaks who emerged victorious.
Upcoming Matches:
Looking ahead, the Edgewood Warriors (8-3) will hit the road to face the Conneaut Spartans (3-8) on January 16, 2024. The Spartans, coming off a challenging loss, will be eager to rebound against the Warriors. Meanwhile, the Madison Blue Streaks (9-3) are set to play at home against the Harvey Red Raiders on the same date. The Red Raiders, having recently faced defeat, will be aiming to turn things around against the formidable Blue Streaks.
