Posted: Mar 25, 2017
Bringing It Home: Men's Basketball Playing For The National Title
Louisburg College
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86
South Suburban College
( )
73
| Final | 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Louisburg College ( ) | 38 | 48 | 86 |
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South Suburban College ( ) | 37 | 36 | 73 |
Louisburg (30-4) outlasted South Suburban College in the 86-73 semifinal thriller on Friday night, and ensured their chance at coming home with the national championship.
It was a team effort for the Canes; four Louisburg players scored in double digits. Justice Cuthbertson and Jordan Oakley led the way with 17 points a piece, and Troy Locke and Derek McKnight each followed with 11 points.
The Hurricane defense played tight, and as Oakley led with 8 rebounds, the team forced 21 turnovers. The back and forth contest was 38-37 LC at the half, and saw the lead change 10 times.
#3 Louisburg will face #1 Southwestern CC in the championship at 8:30pm EST on Saturday, March 25th. You can catch all the live action here.