Margaretta vs. Ottawa-Glandorf: Julian Washington Shines in Regional Final Defeat
Margaretta's season comes to an end as they fall to Ottawa-Glandorf 57-43 in the Division III regional final despite a historic run and a close first quarter.
The Big PictureMargaretta's setback marks the end of a remarkable season but highlights the challenges faced against the top-ranked Ottawa-Glandorf.
By the Numbers- Margaretta trailed 8-2 in the first quarter before closing the gap to 13-11 by the end of the quarter.
- Colin White of Ottawa-Glandorf scored 26 points and 11 rebounds, contributing significantly to his team's victory.
- Ottawa-Glandorf outrebounded Margaretta 34-25 and scored 14 second chance points off 13 offensive boards.
- Margaretta struggled with shooting in the second half, going 7 for 21 compared to Ottawa-Glandorf's 11 for 21.
- The team set a program record for wins in a season, reaching the regional final for the first time in almost a century.
The loss serves as a learning experience for Margaretta, with players like Gage Bodey aiming for future success and a new era of achievement for the team.
Bottom LineMargaretta's dream season ends in defeat, but the journey to the regional final signals a promising future with lessons learned and a new benchmark set for the program.
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