WARRIORS OUTLAST RED DRAGONS ON SENIOR NIGHT

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Story by: Larry Jennings

East Ashtabula, OH — The Niles Red Dragons stormed into Edgewood Gymnasium looking to end their regular season on a high note, but the Warriors had other plans, holding off a late comeback attempt to secure a hard-fought 59-54 victory.

The Warriors (7-14) jumped out to an early lead thanks to a hot start from Logan Mezak, who drained a three-pointer from the corner off the opening tip. Edgewood dominated the first quarter, closing with a commanding 14-4 advantage.

The Red Dragons (8-13) responded in the second quarter, clawing back into the game by outscoring the Warriors 15-9. At one point, Niles briefly held the lead, but Edgewood managed to regroup and took a narrow 23-21 lead into halftime.

Both teams came out firing in the third quarter, trading baskets in an aggressive, fast-paced battle. The Warriors managed to widen their lead, finishing the quarter ahead 38-29.

Niles made one final push in the fourth, cutting the deficit to just four points. However, in their attempt to regain possession, the Red Dragons repeatedly sent Mezak to the free-throw line, where he delivered under pressure. Mezak converted seven crucial points from the stripe to seal the Warriors’ victory.

Mason Thorr led Edgewood with 14 points, while Mezak and Dallas Patterson each added 13. Devin Christine also contributed with 11 points. Niles was paced by Izaiah Redd’s 13 points, followed by A’Von Fryer and True Carey-Hardin, who both scored 12.
Coach Jay Bowler stated after the game that he got more players involved in the game, as some of the younger JV players had been proving themselves on the court, and he’s looking forward to the sectional game that is coming up.
With the regular season now complete, Edgewood will travel to Pepper Pike Orange for their sectional playoff game on February 21. The Red Dragons will also be in action that night, facing Jefferson on the road.

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