By: Evan Rogers
The final game of the tournament was the Devonte Graham backet’s title game between Farmville Central and Don Bosco. The Ironmen used their strength and size early, as the powerful — and efficient — play of 2024 Dylan Harper helped Don Bosco construct a 14-point lead in the first period. The Panthers would claw their way back into the championship game in the second quarter, as 2023 Jah Short and 2025 Mykal Williams began to find their groove to cut Don Bosco’s lead to eight points at the break.
Out of the half, Don Bosco looked to build a comfortable lead. The Ironmen initially had success, as 2023 Noah Barnett came alive in the paint. But the Panthers were tough to fend away, as Short continued his electric play into the second half to keep Farmville Central in the game. With one period remaining, Farmville Central trailed by 11 points. In the fourth quarter, Harper displayed his five-star talents. The silky guard got whatever he wanted, converting three-point plays, posting up inside and seamlessly drilling jumpers. And though the Panthers fought to the end, the Ironmen eventually prevailed 79-74.
Don Bosco 79 — Farmville Central 74
Don Bosco: Dylan Harper 33 pts, 8 reb/ Isaiah Brown 16 pts, 5 ast/ Noah Barnett 14 pts
Farmville Central: Jah Short 28 pts/ Mykal Williams 17 pts/ JD Daniels 15 pts