What was more perfect than the crystal blue sky at the Dayton Dragons' Day-Air Ballpark? Butler's record, now 10-0 after a 5-4 win over Troy. Koby Dues crushed a triple, then scored the go-ahead run in the sixth inning, his third of the game.
Eleven seniors wore the gold and blue for now state-champion Russia Raiders this season. Some you know, others you may not. But behind the scenes, it took all 11 to become 29-0 Division VII state champions.
Fort Loramie's repeat title came up two points short in the championship game rematch against Waterford. The Waterford Wildcats sunk 7 of 16 3-point attempts on the way to their third state title.
Marion Local advanced to the state title game with a 52-38 win over Colonel Crawford. Austin Niekamp won a stellar big-man battle, and Kale Ahrens locked down star scorer Brayden Holt. Austin Niekamp and Grant Kremer celebrate after their state semi victory over Colonel Crawford. (pictured)
Austin Niekamp's 14-point first half gave Marion Local a narrow lead it never relinquished. The Flyers pulled away late to beat Anna 58-43 in the regional finals.
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