Pine City 55, Milaca 49
Entering this game, the Dragons were 0-4 on the season in games decided by six points or less. Although the team struggled from the field and trailed throughout much of the first half in this one, Pine City made just enough plays in the final few minutes and used clutch free throw shooting to earn a big section win.
“Very grind-it-out, gritty game,” said Allen. “We did not shoot the percentage we wanted, but we executed well on the boards and on the defensive end. Those two things saved us, and when we make them our constant, we are tough to beat regardless of what we shoot. Although we did not shoot well, we made some big time shots. Konnor Jusczak, Seth Logan, and Jake Rademacher all had big threes at crucial moments.”
With the game tied at 46 with just over three minutes to play, Seth Logan’s deep three would put the Dragons ahead. Clutch free throws down the stretch for both Logan’s as well as by Nick Hansmann would seal the game. Hansmann was the only Dragons player who shot well, finishing with 20 points while Seth Logan had 10.
Pine City’s defensive tandem of Jake Lunceford and Quentin Miklya did a great job holding Milaca’s Peyton Rothanburg in check with just two points. Damien Schwab also played some big minutes in the post for Pine City as Milaca has a lot of size to contend with. All in all, it was a total team victory.
“As a team we didn't shoot well, but we did a great job of getting the ball to the hot hand,” Allen added. “Nick Hansmann shot well for us, and our team does a great job of recognizing who is having an on shooting night. Down the stretch, we had both Clay and Seth Logan step up and hit crucial free throws to put the game away. Jake Rademacher's leadership and grit really showed through in this game. He is willing to do whatever it takes to win.”
The Dragons also added another win to their resume on Monday, Feb. 5 when they beat Isle 78-31. Full coverage in next week’s Pioneer.
Varsity: W (55-49)
JV: L (54-67)
C-Squad: L (45-66)
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