BIG NIGHT — Harrison Central Defeats Beaver Local
Harrison Central’s Hayden Cassidy scores 30 points in their victory against Beaver Local. – Mike Hughes
Defensive Adjustments Pay Off
CADIZ — Beaver Local’s defensive strategy initially caused trouble for Harrison Central, but the Huskies found their stride and emerged victorious with a score of 70-61. Hayden Cassidy starred in the game with a remarkable 30 points, leading his team to a victory in Cadiz.
Harrison Snaps Two-Game Losing Streak
The win against Beaver Local puts an end to Harrison Central’s two-game losing streak. With a record of 15-3, they now prepare to face St. Clairsville in the OVAC Class 4A finale on Saturday.
Strong Offensive Performance by St. Clairsville
In their previous match, St. Clairsville dominated East Liverpool with a 96-81 victory, showcasing their best offensive performance of the season.
Early Struggles and Turnovers
Harrison Central faced challenges with 18 turnovers, 10 of which occurred in the first half due to Beaver Local’s defensive pressure. However, the Huskies remained resilient and fought their way to victory.
Cassidy and Quito Lead the Charge
Hayden Cassidy’s consistent performance throughout the game was notable, and he truly shined after halftime, scoring 21 of his 30 points in the final 16 minutes. Mykel Quito, who initially struggled with only five points, contributed seven crucial points in the final quarter.
Close Games Between Harrison and Beaver
This win marks the third victory for Harrison Central over Beaver Local this season. All three games have been closely contested, with Harrison holding an average margin of victory of 67.6-60.
Impressive Performances from Cline and Hill
Austin Cline, despite playing with a painful injury, showcased his determination by scoring 24 points for Beaver Local. Owen Hill provided strong support with 23 points. Clayton Vermillion’s contribution of 12 rebounds and eight points added to Harrison’s success.
Looking Ahead to St. Clairsville
Harrison Central now gears up to face St. Clairsville in the final. Although Harrison previously secured a commanding victory over St. Clairsville earlier in the season, St. Clairsville has shown significant improvement since then, winning 9 of their last 19 games.
Game Summary
OVAC Class 4A Semifinal: Harrison Central 70, Beaver Local 61
| B | Rettos 2 0-0 6, Warren 3 0-0 6, Cline 8 6-9 4, Stephenson 1 0-2 2, Hill 10 1-2 23, Heddleston 1 0-0 2, Germanvoich 0 0-0 0, Anderson 0 0-0 0, Dray 0 0-0 0, Totals: 25 8-14 61. |
| H | Elliott 2 0-0 5, Ody 2 0-0 4, Quito 8 2-4 18, Vermillion 3 2-2 8, Cassidy 9 8-8 30, A.Fluharty 0 0-0 0, Hutton 1 0-0 3, N.Fluharty 0 0-0 0, Arbaugh 0 0-0 0, Totals: 26 12-14 70. |