Final from the Sportscenter. In a region that most considered a virtual toss-up with many close games, it looked like a blow out early. Catholic jumped out to a 22-7 lead by getting a hand on seemingly every pass, often leading to open layups. Ohio County had trouble with spacing and getting the ball into Tichenor. He was pretty effective when he did get touches. He was blocked several times by the stellar Catholic D but, as big and skilled as he is, was still able to finish several. Decker brought them back with some big time 3s in the second quarter as Ohio County closed it to 25-20 before giving up 5 points to end the half, trailing 30-20. I believe the deciding factor in the game was Catholic scoring and playing as a team with big shots from everybody, including several from Mulcahy, who is starting to show a tendency to hit those kind of shots. On the converse, it was pretty much the Connor Wilson show for Ohio County in the second half. He willed them to keep this game winnable in one of the better halves from a 3rd region player I have seen in person this year. Catholic will face Meade in the semis in what should be another good game. Catholic plays so fundamentally well and as a team. They looked like they were in postseason form last night. Meade plays with toughness and athleticism, primarily through Baker.

Always been a fan of Tim Riley having coached against him at warren central. Job he's doing at OC just as impressive if not more running different stuff playing different style just a quality coach!

Game almost got away from them, but glad to see the Aces advance.

The Aces went to Warren Central this year and beat them...on Tim Riley court! Not many that are better than him. Also notable that he coached against Tony Hopper last night, another very good 3rd region coach.