Walsh Holds Off Yellow Jackets in Thrilling G-MAC Victory

In a nail-biting G-MAC showdown at the Callan Athletic Center in Cedarville, Ohio, Walsh managed to secure a narrow 80-79 victory over the Yellow Jackets after leading throughout. Despite never falling behind, the Cavaliers faced a fierce challenge in the closing moments of the game.

Timothy Davis led Cedarville’s effort, pouring in 21 points and positioning the team at 10-14 overall, with a 5-12 record in the G-MAC. Contributing significantly to the scoreline, Sam Johnson added 19 points and grabbed seven rebounds, while Anthony Ruffolo chipped in with 13 points, alongside four assists and four steals.

The Yellow Jackets found themselves trailing 63-52 with just nine minutes left on the clock but began a determined comeback. Ruffolo brought the excitement to a peak, narrowing the Cavs’ lead to a mere point, 77-76, with only 24 seconds of play remaining.

Although Walsh managed to sink just one of two free throws, a costly turnover from Cedarville with 5.2 seconds left on the clock gave Walsh the upper hand. Sealing their victory, the Cavaliers made two crucial free throws, and Ethan Sellars’ three-pointer added the final touch, with the clock showing a mere 0.3 seconds.

This game adds another chapter to the storied rivalry, marking the 102nd clash in a series that dates back to the 1965-66 season, further intensifying the competitive spirit between these two familiar foes.