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The final USA Today Network Ohio High School Boys Basketball Super 25 Poll for the 2024-25 season is out, highlighting Columbus Academy at the top with 92 points. Lima Shawnee and Newark follow closely behind, showcasing the fierce competition as the postseason approaches. Standout performances were noted during the regular season’s conclusion, particularly at the Scholastic Play-By-Play Classic. As the top-ranked teams prepare for the playoffs, excitement builds for what promises to be an exhilarating tournament ahead.

Hello from Columbus, Ohio!

As basketball season heats up, excitement in the air is palpable as teams gear up for the postseason. The sixth and final USA Today Network Ohio High School Boys Basketball Super 25 Poll for the 2024-25 season has just been released, and it’s packed with thrilling information about the state’s top high school basketball teams!

Ranking in the Spotlight

Leading the poll is Columbus Academy, who knocked it out of the park with a solid score of 92 points. Not too far behind are the impressive Lima Shawnee and Newark, with scores of 85 and 84 points, respectively. Can you feel the competition? Other top contenders making their mark include Minford at fourth place with 74 points, followed closely by Berlin Hiland (72 points) and Spencerville (67 points).

Rounding out the top ten, we have Canton Central Catholic (62 points), Lima (56 points), Kettering Alter (51 points), Akr. St. Vincent-St. Mary (47 points), and Ready (42 points). Those teams will surely be gunning for glory as they head into the postseason!

The esteemed list of the top 25 teams includes Maria Stein Marion Local, North Robinson Colonel Crawford, Warren Harding, Rocky River Lutheran West, and Canfield, all vying for their moment in the spotlight. With these rankings in mind, it’s clear that the competition will be fierce!

A Thrilling Conclusion to the Regular Season

As the regular season wraps up, **hoops enthusiasts** witnessed an exciting event at the Scholastic Play-By-Play Classic held at the Canton Memorial Civic Arena. Four local teams entertained fans with their skills and determination.

Among the showstoppers was native son Darryn Peterson, who dazzled the crowd in his final regular season game, racking up 23 points and showcasing versatility with his 9 rebounds, 5 assists, as well as 3 steals and 3 blocks. It was an emotional farewell, but he certainly left it all out on the court.

Looking to other standout players, Nikola Bundalo from Green contributed 13 points, while John Whorton of St. Vincent-St. Mary lit up the scoreboard with an impressive 27 points.

Game Highlights

The Hoover Vikings delivered a stunning performance against the Massillon Tigers, sealing the game with a convincing 65-34 victory. This win effectively snapped Massillon’s incredible 13-game winning streak. Crew Cain led the charge for Hoover with 23 points and 5 assists, an impressive feat that showcased the Vikings’ solid teamwork with 17 assists on 27 made field goals, while shooting an astonishing 57.5% from the floor.

Massillon’s star, Chris Knight, who typically scores around 22.6 points per game, struggled against Hoover’s tightly-knit defense, finishing with just 7 points.

In another match, Jackson‘s Kyle Monterrubio shone brightly with a stat line of 17 points, 10 assists, and 8 rebounds, leading his team to a comfortable 79-65 win over Buchtel. Meanwhile, Lutheran East narrowly edged past Canton GlenOak, scoring 60-57, thanks to an outstanding performance from Reese Zerger, who netted 22 points.

With many talented teams like Jackson, GlenOak, and Lutheran East gearing up for the upcoming tournaments, the stage is set for thrilling basketball ahead. Fans can’t wait to see how these top-ranked teams battle it out on the court for their shot at glory!

So, mark your calendars and get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions as the postseason unfolds—because nothing says Ohio like high school basketball!

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