The Troy Trojans had a comeback in them, led by Bryce Haught and aggressive defense, but they still couldn't quite find a way to earn a tournament victory.
In a game of steep ups and downs, Tippecanoe owned the last “up,” a 7-0 closing run to claim sole possession of the MVL title. Tipp held Butler scoreless for the final 2:45 of the game.
The Red Devils hold on in the fourth quarter and are headed to a showdown with Vandalia Butler next Friday that will determine who wins the Miami Valley League championship.
In a battle of the Miami Valley League's first-place teams, Sidney owns the second half and scores the final 12 points to knock of struggling Butler by 18. Julius Rusk battles with Sidney defenders Jayce Daniel (12) and Ethan New. (pictured)
West Carrollton used its superior size (above) and shot making to snap Sidney's five-game win streak, 73-66...Chylan and Joseph Ingram combine to score 53...Sidney drops its third game of the year. Read more in Wednesday's inside feature.