Top Ranked 2A Clash: Top Performers from Dale vs Cashion

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Dale 48 Cashion 34</strong></p> <p>It what very well could be a preview of a March Big House match up, tournament hosts and second ranked in Class 2A Cashion squared off against top ranked Dale. Dale is led by sophomore [player_tooltip player_id="1367217" first="Dayton" last="Forsythe"] and start a heavy amount of underclassmen.  On the road against potential Gold Ball rivals, Dale’s group of youngsters controlled the game and played with the savviness of older players.  The Pirates took a comfortable 23-17 lead into half. Which they ballooned into double digits after the break and relatively strolled to the Cashion County Line Tournament championship. </p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Top Performers</strong></p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1367217" first="Dayton" last="Forsythe"], 6’2 Sophomore Guard, Dale</p> <p>One of the top sophomores in the state, he was a cut above the rest of the players in this game. Cashion did a good job of walling off drives, and prevented the quick and strong guard from living at the rim. But that didn’t stop him from making an impact on the game. His passing was outstanding on the night, as he picked apart apart the Cashion defense and set up his teammates with easy score after score. When he needed to add his scoring punch, he did so efficiently.</p> <p>In the fourth quarter he helped seal the game. With Dale running clock, Cashion sent a double team. Forsythe used his handles and strength to spilt it, and then made another amazing pass for an easy score. Next time down, he drilled a pull up three pointer. That sequence effectively closed the door on any comeback attempt by the Wildcats.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Easton Edmonson, 5’9 Freshman Guard, Dale</p> <p>A baby faced assassin for the Pirates, the youngster was the smallest player on the court but rarely looked flustered. He handled the pressure well, made good decisions and was a key part of keeping the offense flowing for Dale.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Jett Higdon, 6’3 Freshman Forward, Dale</p> <p>Another freshman who started for Dale, Higdon was one of the biggest beneficiaries of Forsythe’s passing exploits. He was a sure handed finisher around the rim. And played a big role in rebounding and even taking a charge on the defensive end. </p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1164863" first="Vance" last="Raney"], 6’2 Senior Guard, Cashion</p> <p>A good three point shooter, the senior was the focal point of Cashion’s offensive attack. Along with scoring well, he was often given the assignment of covering Forsythe. Given that the Dale sophomore has D1 traits in athleticism and ball handling, it was a big test for Raney. Which he rose to the occasion and did a fantastic job of cutting off Forsythe from living at the rim. The Cashion Wildcat’s ability to move his feet and play disciplined defense was impressive and a good sign for his next level chances.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>