Farmington, Minn. --In a thrilling Section 1 Class AAAA Tournament semifinal matchup at Farmington High School, the #2 seeded Farmington Tigers clashed against the #3 seeded Lakeville South Cougars. The Tigers quickly established their dominance, propelled by standout performances from
Liam Roche and
Tyler Beckwith. Roche showcased his versatility with 9 points, while Beckwith led the charge with an impressive 24-point contribution, guiding Farmington to an early lead.
As the game progressed, Lakeville South fought back, led by the efforts of DaMarcus Burks and Carter Wilson. However, with less than 5 minutes remaining, a significant moment occurred as Burks fouled out, leaving the Cougars shorthanded during a crucial stretch of the game. Farmington capitalized on this opportunity, maintaining their composure and extending their lead.
Despite Lakeville South's resilience, Farmington's relentless pressure proved insurmountable. With solid defense and efficient scoring, the Tigers steadily pulled away, ultimately securing a convincing 69-52 victory.
With this win, Farmington advances to the finals of the Section 1 Class AAAA Tournament, one step closer to their section championship aspirations.
Roche and Beckwith's stellar performances, coupled with Burks' departure, underscored the importance of key moments in shaping the outcome of the game.Â
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Up Next
The Tigers head south to the Rochester Mayo Civic Center for the Section 1 AAAA championship game. The Tigers will square off with the #1 seeded Lakeville North Panthers in a 6:00 pm game.
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