A last-second, buzzer-beating three pointer ended the season for the Alcester-Hudson Cubs on Tuesday, February 27th. The Cubs lost to the Gayville-Volin Raiders 73-71 in the opening round of the Region 4B Tournament.
The Raiders had a double-digit lead in the first quarter and led 24-15 by quarter’s end. The Cubs were able to cut the deficit to four points, 39-35 by halftime. Alcester-Hudson kept the momentum going in the third quarter and outscored the Raiders 24-14 to take a 59-53 lead into the fourth quarter. Gayville-Volin was able to tie the game 70-70 with just :07 to play. William Hallaway was fouled with just :03 remaining. He made one of two free throws to give the Cubs a 71-70 lead. The Raiders were able to pass the ball up the court and get the game-winning three-point shot off just in time to win 73-71.
Dominic Van Egdom finished with 16 points, 19 rebounds, and five assists. Ethan Bovill had 15 points and four rebounds. Evan Haak also had 15 points. Jose Topete-Lopez ended with eight points and three rebounds. Mateo Kleinhans also had eight points with five assists. Jacob Cole had six points.
