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The WIAA Boys Basketball State Tournament in Madison experienced an exhilarating Day 2, with five teams securing their spots in Saturday’s championship games. Fans filled the Kohl Center with excitement, viewing incredible performances as teams like Marshfield and Wisconsin Lutheran made their mark with close victories. The day was highlighted by standout performances and is set to conclude with championship matchups that promise even more thrilling basketball action.

Madison Celebrates on Day 2 of WIAA Boys Basketball State Tournament

What a thrilling Day 2 it was at the WIAA Boys Basketball State Tournament! As excitement filled the Kohl Center in Madison, five teams from across Wisconsin played their hearts out and secured their spots in the championship games, set to take place this Saturday. Fans are buzzing in anticipation, and it’s fair to say that the atmosphere was electric!

Championship Showdown on Saturday

Mark your calendars! Championship Saturday is gearing up to kick off at 11:05 a.m. starting with the Division 5 title game. It’s a day that every player and fan has been waiting for, with the matchups as follows:

  • Division 5: Cochrane-Fountain City (27-2) vs. Sheboygan Lutheran (26-4) – 11:05 a.m.
  • Division 4: Bonduel (28-1) vs. Aquinas (25-3) – approximately 12:45 p.m.
  • Division 3: Freedom (28-1) vs. Milwaukee Academy of Science (24-1) – approximately 2:30 p.m.
  • Division 2: Racine Park (27-2) vs. Wauwatosa West (23-6) – 6:35 p.m.
  • Division 1: Wisconsin Lutheran (27-2) vs. Marshfield (23-6) – approximately 8:15 p.m.

Semi-Final Thrills

The road to the championships was paved with hard-fought battles. In the Division 1 semifinals, Marshfield faced off against Waunakee, and the tension was palpable. Marshfield managed to pull off a 57-47 victory with a fantastic performance from Brooks Hinson, who scored 18 points. His teammate Chris Pohl also contributed with 17 points, highlighting the Tigers’ skill at the free-throw line, where they outscored their opponents 18-5.

It’s worth noting that this will be Marshfield’s first appearance in the state tournament since 1994, making it a historical moment for the team. Waunakee, on the other hand, wraps up their season with a commendable record of 23-6.

Wisconsin Lutheran had a nail-biter against Oshkosh North, narrowly winning by a score of 58-57. Xzavion Mitchell shone like a star, pouring in 27 points in what was his last high school game before being named Mr. Basketball earlier in the day. Oshkosh North, down by as many as 13 points, made a commendable comeback but ultimately fell short.

Exciting Matchups in Other Divisions

In Division 2, Racine Park edged past Cedarburg in another thriller, winning 65-63 thanks to Jaxson Moss, who put up 18 points. Wauwatosa West made headlines by scoring a 75-63 victory over Wausau East, securing their very first state tournament appearance. The excitement among fans was palpable as they celebrated their teams’ achievements!

Moving on to Division 5, Sheboygan Lutheran crushed Abundant Life Christian with an impressive 80-51 triumph, demonstrating their dominance on the court. Not to be outdone, Cochrane-Fountain City defeated Turtle Lake by a score of 66-54, earning their spot in the final against Sheboygan Lutheran.

Get Your Tickets!

All championship games will be held at the Kohl Center, and tickets will be available for $13.50 per session. With such an exhilarating lineup, it’s sure to be a day filled with amazing basketball, cheers from loyal fans, and memories that will last a lifetime.

As the dust settles from Day 2, all eyes are now on Saturday’s championship matchups. Will there be any surprises, or will the favorites hold their ground? No matter what happens, one thing is for sure — this is a weekend you won’t want to miss!

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