Winston-Salem, NC – Northwest Piedmont Conference Tournament Semi-Final
Final Score:Bishop McGuinness 56, WS Prep 36
Bishop 7 11 22 16 - 56 Prep 11 6 15 4 - 36
The Bishop McGuinness Villains took on rival Winston-Salem Prep in the Northwest Piedmont tournament semi-final and overcame a tough start to earn a nice win. Defense and a balanced scoring effort were key for the Villains as they held Prep to single-digit scoring in 2 quarters and had 8 total scorers.
Senior Nicholas Graves helped to seal the game for the Villains pouring in 10 points in the 4th quarter, finishing with 17 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Junior Thomas Thompson had a huge effort on the offensive glass and finished with 12 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists. Forward Alex Waterfield added 9 points and 5 rebounds.
Bishop will head to the conference championship game which will take place at Winston-Salem Prep on Friday night.
Bishop – Nicholas Graves 17, Thomas Thompson 12, Alex Waterfield 9, Aiden Martin 4, Arop Chom 4, Jack Ritzel 4, Charlie Wall 3, Issac Ross 3
Prep – Jace Covington 17, Ahmir Wiggins 12, Brandon Rorie 8
Bishop: 23-2 (18-0)
Prep: 14-11 (9-8)
Courtesy of Michael Herschel IV, with Bishop Boys Basketball