St. Rose Boys Fall Short in Overtime Thriller Against Union Catholic
St. Rose Boys Fall Short in Overtime Thriller Against Union Catholic
In a nail-biting contest at the Mens Mental Tournament by Teddy Sourlis, St. Rose boys basketball team suffered a heartbreaking 62-59 overtime loss to Union Catholic. The game, held on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Red Bank Regional, showcased intense competition between two top-ranked teams. (Findaballer Report)
St. Rose Boys Lose in OT Despite Hodge’s Heroics
Jayden Hodge led St. Rose with an impressive 25-point performance, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win. Hodge’s efforts included two crucial three-pointers and solid defensive play with 2 steals.
Union Catholic’s Balanced Attack Proves Decisive: Union Catholic defeats St. Rose
Union Catholic’s victory came from a well-rounded team effort. AJ Altobelli led the charge with 19 points, 6 assists, and 3 steals, while Yaw Ansong contributed a double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds.
Late Surge Forces Overtime
St. Rose mounted a comeback in the third quarter, outscoring Union Catholic 21-11. However, Union Catholic rallied in the fourth, forcing the game into overtime.
“Our boys showed tremendous heart in that third quarter push,” said St. Rose’s coach. “Unfortunately, we couldn’t maintain that momentum in the final stretch.”
Rebounding Battle Tilts in Union Catholic’s Favor
Union Catholic dominated the boards, out-rebounding St. Rose 31-19. This advantage proved crucial in securing second-chance points and limiting St. Rose’s possessions.
Implications for Shore Conference and UCC Rankings
Despite the loss, St. Rose maintains their impressive 9-0 record in the Shore Conference A Central division. Union Catholic improves to 10-6 overall, boosting their position in the UCC Watchung division.
“This win against a strong St. Rose team is a big confidence booster for us,” commented Union Catholic’s coach. “It shows we can compete with the best in the state.”
Looking Ahead: St. Rose’s Path Forward
As the Mens Mental Tournament progresses, St. Rose will need to regroup quickly. Their resilience will be tested as they aim to bounce back from this narrow defeat.
Follow @mensxmental, https://x.com/mensxmental for more updates on the tournament and @Strhoops and @UCVikings_Bball for team news.
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