Facing one of the top Division 1 teams, the Cards (0-20, 0-12 Big Rivers Conference) fell behind early in the first half, but fought back relentlessly against the Tigers (14-5, 9-0 Wisconsin Valley Conference), who made a late 10-0 run to end the first half leading by double digits.
After halftime, Chi-Hi responded with a 10-2 run of their own, staying within 2-3 possessions of Marshfield for the rest of the game, as they absolutely refused to go away. In the final minute, ball control and free throws sealed the victory for the Tigers.
WOGO "RadioActive" Award Watch:
Junior point guard Grant Von Haden had perhaps his best game of the season, pouring in a team-high 17 points. Senior Collin Nichols did a little of everything on the night, including tallying 12 points, 10 of which came in the second half. Sophomore guard Owen Munson was the third Cardinals player in double figures, ending with 10.
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