Union Catholic's basketball team secured a 77-55 victory over Rutgers Prep in a South Non-Public A semifinal, with a strong surge in the second half. They will face Paul VI in the state semifinal at Lenape High School.

By the Numbers
  • Senior Elijah Peters scored 23 points and had 8-for-10 shooting from the floor
  • Junior Luke Schorr contributed 18 points, while FK Muntari added 17 points
  • Union Catholic currently holds a 10-game winning streak
State of Play
  • Union Catholic will play No. 5 seed Paul VI in the state semifinal at Lenape High School
  • Paul VI secured a 61-52 victory over top seed Christian Brothers to advance to the final
  • Union Catholic's experienced players' big-game contributions have been crucial, leading to a 22-6 record and a 10-game winning streak
Bottom Line

Union Catholic's basketball team's strong surge in the second half led to a 77-55 victory over Rutgers Prep, setting the stage for their upcoming state semifinal against Paul VI. This win reflects the team's dominance and the impactful contributions of key players like Elijah Peters and Luke Schorr.