Illinois Spot-Lite’s 22nd Annual Fall Showcase
Championship Game
Metamora 53 - De LaSalle 48
In a competitive spirited final, Metamora Red-Birds from Central Illinois out-lasted Catholic league under-dog De LaSalle in the inaugural 16 team school division title held at Plainfield Central High. The Metamora squad avenged a Saturday lost to the Meteor’s when they got trampled 68-55. Metamora was led by Bradley recruit Nate Kennell who showed he’s more than just a long-distance marksman. He handled the ball effectively while driving by defenders, distributing to open-mates when the defense converged on him, he also rebounded well. Kennell finished with 20 points in the final, Noah Perisch a junior transfer from Peoria Heights was impressive as well running the show for the Red-Birds. De LaSalle’s George Willborn, a six foot three unsigned senior was terrific the entire event averaging close to 25 points in six games during the event, he tallied 21 in the final. Senior Cristian Hayes chipped in with 15 markers. Metamora played without highly touted transfer Dallas Morgan a 6-1 guard from Dunlap who averaged seventeen points an outing last season, he’s going through some red-tape issues with the IHSA. The Red-Birds defeated Hyde Park by 55-53 in the semi-finals, a nail biting marred by sketching officiating both ways. Metamora beat Bogan in the quarters 53-36. Kennell recorded 32 points. De LaSalle advanced by knocking-off Hammond High (IN) 50-34 in the semis and dropping East St. Louis in a one point contest 47-46 in the quarters. Congratulations to both teams for their sportsmanship and competitive play in light of some poor officiating the sensitivity of some of the refs in the western suburban area is something that needs to be addressed at another time.
More results and event updates to follow tomorrow!
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