1A and 2A Final Four Round

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>USE CODE "tinnon30" FOR 30% OFF THE FIRST PURCHASE OF ANY SUBSCRIPTION.</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Day 3 at the Glass House kicked off the Final 4 round for the Class 1A and 2A divisions. With the championship game in sight, all the teams got after it, knowing what was at stake. The opportunity to lift the gold ball up over their heads and cut down the nets was near. This is what they have worked so hard for throughout the year, and now, it was time to lay it all out there on the line.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the teams got after it, you better believe it was truly a back-and-forth match-up in each of these contests. With little margin for error, execution to succeed was at an all-time high. Check out the recap from the games and see who did what they had to do to punch their ticket to the championship game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>1A Classification</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Middleton vs. Wayne Co.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Though Wayne Co. has been in this position before, Middleton wasn't scared of this highly touted team from southern Middle Tennessee. Middleton did get off to a slow start, but they came roaring back with an impressive 2nd quarter, turning up the defense and hitting some timely shots. If you know anything about these Lady Wildcats, they are a squad that doesn't go away easily. As they clawed back into the game, Middleton had another gear that kept them at bay.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Middleton advances with a 44-39 victory.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Richland vs. Greenfield</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Two teams that came into the game on an impressive hot streak. Both teams had outstanding guard play throughout the season, so you knew right from the start it was all about who could execute and make timely shots. It was all about pace and space, which enabled both teams to go to work. There weren't a lot of fast break points at the start; it was more about who converted within their offense. It was a slow-scoring game at the half, with Greenfield up 17-14. In the 2nd half, it was all about being intentional with your efforts and making the extra effort plays. Richland did just that, scoring 14 points off 2nd-chance opportunities. Holding Greenfield to 0 points in the 4th, it's Richland that advances to the championship game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Richland wins 46-37.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>2A Classification</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Loretto vs. York Institute</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Two teams that both bring a balanced attack into the fold. These two talented teams have outstanding guard play, wings that can score, and a presence down low. This game was neck-and-neck throughout and featured a total of 7 lead changes. This game was tight with the winner being the one who converted down the stretch. It came down to who won the battle in the painted area and capitalized on turnovers. This game went down to the wire with everyone in attendance and watching on television holding their breath during the final seconds. York, displaying their veteran leadership, prevails and holds off a talented Lady Mustangs team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>York wins 43-41.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Huntingdon vs. Gatlinburg-Pittman</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Right from the start, this game turned ugly quickly. Playing some inspired basketball, HHS was focused on putting down a strong Lady Highlanders team. Huntingdon was on a mission and stuck to their game plan as they pounded the paint, scoring 34 buckets around the rim. They pretty much dominated every quarter, leaving GP with little to no hope.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Huntingdon advances, winning 65-43</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are some young ladies who had outstanding games in the Final Four round of the 1A and 2A classifications.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["816715"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b9c926315e3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This talented senior whose going to Maryville, stepped it up as her number was called. Finishing with 19 points, she was 4-7 from the arc, hitting her 3s when her team needed it the most. This talented senior was ready for her moment, having become accustomed to playing on this stage. With the opportunity to advance within her sights, she dialed it up, becoming the sparkplug for her team. A versatile kid who truly is a selfless ballplayer prevailed in the moment to help her club advance.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Wylie Kee","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2029","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'11u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12122","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Huntingdon","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b9c926316f9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A tenacious ballplayer who is doing her thing and showcasing her talent for all in the state to see. New to the stage, she didn't let the bright lights deter her as she got after it. Finishing with 22 points, 15 boards, 5 assists, and 3 steals, she showcased why she was a Miss Tennessee Basketball finalist. A heady ballplayer who stars in her role, she is on a mission to win now, but to also terrorize the state for many years to come.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["899901"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b9c92631775"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">She was in her bag for Middleton as she put her club on her back and took off. She was all gas, no brakes, as she lit the net on fire. Aggressive on the attack, she kept getting to the rim with ease and taking it to her opponents. Finishing with 28 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 steals, she led her club in multiple statistical categories. She's a kid who is coming on strong and looks for her to put together performances like this during the tournament and beyond.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["748461"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b9c926317e5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This young lady has been putting her talent on display for all to see. This heady floor general plays with such poise. She picks her spots to exploit, changes pace well, and when her team needs a bucket from the arc or from the interior, she's the one who delivers. Teammates know they can count on her, and opponents find it difficult to slow her down. Keep tabs on this young lady, as she is truly a difference-maker.<br><br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->