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Hughes’ last-second three-pointer lifts Warwick over Penn Manor in L-L League semifinals
February 14, 2024 TJ EckThe play was designed for Carter Horst. “Coach told me if you can get to the bucket, go get a bucket,” said Horst. A two-point basket would’ve tied the game but fortunately for Horst and his Warwick teammates, the play didn’t go as planned Wednesday night. “It’s players making plays,” said Warwick […]
Warwick overcomes slow start, defeats LMHS in L-L League quarterfinals
February 12, 2024 TJ EckThe first few minutes of Monday night’s Lancaster-Lebanon League playoff quarterfinal were not good for Warwick. “I just don’t think we were completely locked in,” said Warwick head coach Chris Christensen. The Warriors committed a few early turnovers and trailed Lancaster Mennonite, 5-2, when Christensen called a timeout and loudly voiced his displeasure with […]
LL Boys: Top 7 Scoring Avg. by Section: FINAL
February 10, 2024 Dell JacksonEd note: Here are the Top 7 scoring averages for players in each section. Min of 12 games. NOTE: Statistics via our friends at LancasterOnline.com and Llhoops.com
Penn Manor sweeps “doubleheader”, clinches league and district tournament berths
February 8, 2024 TJ EckThe scenario was simple for Penn Manor Thursday night. The Comets needed not one, but two wins to solidify their spot in both the Lancaster-Lebanon League playoffs and Class AAAAAA District 3 tournament. “Obviously, that first game, it all rides on that game,” said Penn Manor head coach Larry Bellew. “We responded for […]
Chambersburg 63 Hempfield 52: Wrap
February 7, 2024 Dell JacksonChambersburg 63 Hempfield 52 Feb. 7, 2024 Chambersburg entered the game as the #5 team in District 3 ^A power points. The Hempfield Knights were 12th. Hempfield posted their score on the D3 website and as a result——Hempfield is number still #12 with a .0004 lead over Penn Manor. BTW, both teams complete a game […]
Columbia displays balance in win over LMHS, claims Section 4 title
February 7, 2024 TJ EckThere was no selfishness on the court Wednesday night from Columbia. “That’s how I would love to see the game played every game,” said Columbia head coach Kerry Glover. “We share the ball that way, everybody is a threat, everybody is dangerous…it’s a recipe for success.” The Crimson Tide racked up 24 […]
Warwick shuts down Ephrata, claims Section 2 title
February 6, 2024 TJ EckWarwick needed no inspiration for the 2023-2024 season. “Last year was motivation for them,” said Warwick head coach Chris Christensen. The Warriors, who finished second in Section 2 of the Lancaster-Lebanon League last season, claimed the 2023-2024 Section 2 title with a 43-30 victory over Ephrata Tuesday night in Lititz. “We said […]
TJ’s Top Ten: Final Edition – 2023-2024 Season
February 5, 2024 TJ EckLancaster-Lebanon League boys basketball power rankings according to TJ Eck. New rankings will be released each Monday until the start of the L-L League playoffs. NOTE: Statistics via our friends at LancasterOnline.com and Llhoops.com 1. Warwick (14-5 Overall, Last Week: No. 3) The Warriors are the hottest team in the Lancaster-Lebanon League with a 10-game […]
Smucker’s shooting leads L-S to fourth straight win
February 3, 2024 TJ EckChase Smucker was feeling it. “(I) felt good, warmups I felt good,” said Smucker. “So I kinda knew I was gonna have a big game.” The Lampeter-Strasburg junior guard knocked down four three-pointers in the first quarter, drilled six triples in the game, and finished with 27 points while leading the Pioneers to a […]
Warwick 57 Garden Spot 44: wrap
February 3, 2024 Dell JacksonWarwick 57 Garden Spot 44 February 2, 2024 Warwick can make three’s..like a lot. Tonight’s game they popped 9 of them. However, it’s the defense that has buoyed the Warriors 10 game win streak. Only 2 teams have topped 50 point in that span (51 and 53), and the last 4 games the Warriors are […]
L-S earns thrilling win at Octorara, moves into tie for Section 3 lead
February 2, 2024 TJ EckThe play wasn’t called for Justin Glick but the ball ended up in his hands during the most important moment of the game. “It was a designed play for Dean (Herr) and (Zach) Kirk was on me,” said Glick. “When I screened, the other guy switched and I was a lot bigger than him. […]
Ephrata drops non-league contest to Wyomissing
February 1, 2024 TJ EckThe game started well for Ephrata Thursday night. “I thought our energy was really good,” said Ephrata head coach Scott Gaffey. “We played really hard, we got after them.” The Mounts forced seven first-quarter turnovers and built a 12-point lead but couldn’t hold on in a 61-51 non-league loss to visiting Wyomissing at Ephrata […]
Third-quarter surge leads ELCO to non-league win over rival Annville-Cleona
January 31, 2024 TJ EckThe message in the ELCO locker room at halftime Wednesday night was a simple one. “Something we always say is ‘punch in’,” said ELCO senior guard Camden Marquette. “It’s time to do our work, punch in. (Coach) told us to punch in and get it done.” Leading 29-25 at halftime, the Raiders exploded with a 30-point […]
Pioneers make another statement with dominant win over Cedar Crest
January 30, 2024 TJ EckOn January 13, Lampeter-Strasburg sent shockwaves around the Lancaster-Lebanon League and all of PIAA District 3 when the Pioneers defeated highly-rated Class AAAAAA opponent Chambersburg by 24 points. “I think we gained a lot of confidence when we played Chambersburg,” said Lampeter-Strasburg head coach Ed Berryman. If there was anyone wondering whether that […]
Ephrata vs Man. Central: Jan 30 -REPLAY
January 30, 2024 Dell JacksonEd Note: A Section 2 battle for possible LL seeding and District 3 play-offs! Ephrata is 6-2 in the Section and Manheim Central is 7-2. Bruce Badgley, Warren Goodling and John Graham are calling the game. Tip scheduled for 7:30 LINK