Tucker County and Tug Valley Set to Clash in Class A State Championship
CHARLESTON — The stage is set for an epic showdown between Tucker County and Tug Valley in the Class A state championship game today at 5 p.m. The top-seeded Mountain Lions and the second-seeded Panthers secured their spots in the title game after impressive wins in the semifinals on Friday.
Tucker County (22-3) dominated their semifinal matchup against Webster County, cruising to a 70-41 victory. Trevan Bonner led the way with 23 points, while Ethan Rosenau and Owen Knotts also made significant contributions to the win. The Mountain Lions showcased their size and athleticism, outrebounding their opponents and dominating in the paint.
On the other side, Tug Valley (21-6) pulled away from East Hardy in the evening session to secure their spot in the championship game. Ashton Davis led the Panthers with 20 points, while Buddy Marcum added 12 rebounds to the winning effort.
The matchup between Tucker County and Tug Valley promises to be a thrilling contest, as the two teams have developed a fierce rivalry over the past year in both basketball and football. Tucker County eliminated Tug Valley in last year’s basketball semifinals and also claimed a dominant victory over the Panthers in football.
Both teams are hungry for a state title, and fans can expect an intense battle on the hardwood as Tucker County looks to continue their winning ways and Tug Valley seeks redemption. Stay tuned for what is sure to be an exciting championship game between these two talented teams.