Valor Christian's Cole Scherer led his team to a 52-40 victory over ThunderRidge in the Class 6A state championship, scoring 28 points in a stellar performance, securing the Eagles their second state title as a program.

The Big Picture

This victory marked Valor's first championship win since 2017 and showcased Scherer's exceptional skill, with the team's journey characterized by winning clutch games throughout the tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Scherer scored 28 points in the championship game.
  • Valor Christian shot 64% from the field during the game.
Yes, But

ThunderRidge faced challenges containing Scherer, especially after an injury to star player Andrew Crawford impacted their game.

State of Play
  • Valor's strong defense limited ThunderRidge to a scoreless fourth quarter, showcasing their grit and toughness.
  • Valor's coach Jeff Platt emphasized the team's defensive prowess and highlighted player Ryan Mandes for his defensive contributions.
What's Next

Valor Christian celebrates a historic moment as both their girls' and boys' teams secured state championship titles in the same year.

Bottom Line

Cole Scherer led Valor Christian to a decisive victory using his phenomenal skills, with the team showcasing resilience and defensive strength to secure their second state title.