Holland Christian returned to the Civic
Center for the last time of the season on Friday Night, as they
played against the Zeeland West Dux for the District Championship. In
the regular season, the Maroons and the Dux split the series 1-1, and
were Co-Champions of the OK Green.
The Maroons outscored the Dux 13-12 in the third quarter, giving them a 39-36 advantage heading into the final quarter of play. Holland Christian scored 20 points in the fourth quarter, 16 of which coming off of free throws. The Maroons' defense shut down the Dux in the fourth quarter, and the game ended 59-48 in favor of the Maroons. Tonight's victory earns Holland Christian the District 49 Title, and a berth in the Regional tournament.
Kyle Steigenga led all scoring tonight with 21 points. Nathan Walters finished with 11 points. Sam VanderSluis had an amazing game both offensively and defensively. VanderSluis scored 10 points, and held Zeeland West's Jordan VanDort to only three points in the center position.
Holland Christian's overall record improves to 18-5. The Maroons
will begin the Regional Tournament on Monday, March 10, at Wyoming
Godwin Heights High School. Their game will begin at 8PM and will be
against Wyoming Godwin Heights.
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