In a thrilling finish, Timmy Hambright nailed a buzzer-beating 3-pointer to lift Cocalico over New Oxford with a final score of 57-54 in the District Three Class 5A boys basketball seventh-place game in Denver. Hambright was on fire, scoring 32 points in a performance that fans won't soon forget.
The Eagles, boasting a 19-7 record, are gearing up for the PIAA playoffs, set to face District Seven's third-place Hampton on Friday, March 6. The game time is still to be announced.
Karter Deering also made a significant contribution with 10 points, helping the Eagles maintain their lead through the game. They led 32-26 at halftime and extended it to 47-39 by the end of the third quarter.
On the other side, Brayden Billman put up a valiant effort for the Colonials, scoring 22 points. Despite his efforts, the 10th-seeded Colonials (17-10) fell just short.
In Class 1A action, Dayspring Christian emerged victorious over Coventry Christian with a score of 48-43 in Pottstown. The fifth-seeded Warriors (17-7) managed to outplay the second-seeded Eagles (22-5) in the District Three Class 1A third-place game. This win marks Dayspring's first entry into the PIAA playoffs, where they'll face the District 12 champion on March 6.
Meanwhile, at McCaskey, La Academia pulled off an 82-76 win against Conestoga Christian. The seventh-seeded Los Leones (13-10) outlasted the eighth-seeded Cougars (15-10) in the District Three Class 1A fifth-place game.
La Academia is set to kick off their PIAA playoff run against District One champ Chester Charter on March 6. Conestoga Christian will also be in action, taking on District Six champ Conemaugh Valley the same day.
Game times for both matchups are yet to be determined.
Exciting times are ahead as these teams prepare to showcase their talent on the state stage. Fans will undoubtedly be eager to see how these storylines unfold in the upcoming playoffs.