Glenville continued its impressive run in the OHSAA Division IV boys basketball tournament by defeating Cleveland Central Catholic 70-54 in the regional finals held at Canton Memorial Fieldhouse. This victory secures Glenville a spot in the state semifinals, where they will face Sandusky Perkins on Thursday.
Arvell Nelson Jr. played a pivotal role in the game, contributing a crucial block just before halftime that helped maintain Glenville”s momentum. The Tarblooders built on an eight-point run after that moment, leaving Central Catholic struggling to respond.
In a well-rounded team performance, five Glenville players scored in double figures. Nelson led the team with 15 points, while point guard Theo Castro added 13 points along with six assists and five steals. Sophomore guard Davon Moore Jr. contributed 11 points and six rebounds, and junior Jahi Hobson Jr. provided a spark off the bench with 10 points. Additionally, Gio Ramos also scored 11 points, while Lorenzo Smith rounded out the scoring with eight points and five rebounds.
For Cleveland Central Catholic, Donovan Driscal was the standout performer, leading his team with 21 points. Marquis Foster Jr. supported him with 14 points, including four successful three-pointers. Michael Duncan facilitated the offense, racking up five assists. This loss ended Central Catholic”s impressive 12-game winning streak.
As Glenville prepares for their upcoming match against Sandusky Perkins, the team looks to continue their successful postseason run, building on the strong performance they displayed in the regional finals.
Highlights from the game can be viewed in the video above, providing insights into Glenville”s resilience and teamwork.
