Schaefer Sends Cathedral Back to State
Cathedral is back in the Class AA State Tournament after a 55-54 buzzer beating win over Eden Valley-Watkins Friday night in the Section 6AA final. Nick Schaefer made a 3 at the buzzer to lift Cathedral. His older brother, Michael secured the rebound after a missed free throw and found Nick open on the wing.
Cathedral led by 7 at halftime but saw the Eagles chip away at the lead in the 2nd half. Mitch Plombon led the Crusaders with 22 points and Michael Schaefer added 16.
Cathedral is 25-5 and will play in the state boys basketball tournament quarterfinals next Wednesday night. Pairings will be announced today.