Mountain Brook Rallies to Stun Shades Valley at the Buzzer

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In a thriller that came down to the final possession, Mountain Brook rallied to stun Shades Valley 49-47 on Tuesday night behind a brilliant performance from [player_tooltip player_id='1091949' first='Ty' last='Davis']. The Spartans erased a double-digit second-half deficit and stole victory from the Mounties on Davis' clutch layup with just seconds remaining.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1091949"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='1091949' first='Ty' last='Davis'] orchestrated Mountain Brook's thrilling comeback victory over Shades Valley with a stellar all-around performance. The Spartans' leader displayed his full repertoire of skills in this contest.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eOffensively, Davis showed he can score from all three levels. He knocked down deep jumpers all game long, flashing his smooth shooting stroke from beyond the arc. In the paint, Davis used crafty finishes with either hand to contort his body around defenders for tough layups. He also distributed well, finding open teammates for easy buckets thanks to his high basketball IQ.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eDavis' court vision was on full display as he repeatedly set up his teammates for open looks with crisp, pinpoint passing. But he saved his best for last, taking over down the stretch. With the game tied in the closing seconds, Davis drove to the rim for the clutch go-ahead layup to seal the victory.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eDefensively, Davis was vocal in directing his teammates and provided stifling on-ball pressure. His activity and communication slowed down Shades Valley's offense all night.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eIn total, Davis scored 20 points while leading Mountain Brook's resilient comeback with his diverse scoring ability, court vision, leadership and defense. He once again proved he is a winner who can take over games when it matters most. Davis' all-around brilliance spearheaded this thrilling victory.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["1958492"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"Sophomore [player_tooltip player_id='1958492' first='Jeremiah' last='Williams'] was a standout for Shades Valley despite the narrow loss to Mountain Brook. The skilled point guard scored 15 points while facilitating for teammates.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eWilliams came out hot with 9 first quarter points. He created space for mid-range jumpers off the dribble with nifty handles. Defensively, he was a pest by disrupting passing lanes with quick hands.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eIn the second half, Williams displayed excellent court vision by repeatedly finding open teammates off drives for easy scoring chances. He also showcased his high basketball IQ by penetrating for crafty finishes around the rim.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eAlthough Mountain Brook completed the comeback, Williams kept the Hornets within striking distance as the leading scorer while creating for others. He had an all-around excellent game.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eOverall, Williams showed promising development as both a scorer and facilitator. The talented sophomore displayed smooth handles, court vision, defensive activity and a strong all-around skill set. With advanced skills beyond his years, Williams is establishing himself as a foundational piece for Shades Valley moving forward. His 15 point performance kept the Hornets competitive against a tough opponent.","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["1958751"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"Sophomore guard [player_tooltip player_id='1958751' first='Jeremy' last='Chatman'] showcased his impressive athleticism and versatile skills for Shades Valley in their narrow loss against Mountain Brook. Chatman provided a spark on both ends of the court as an energetic two-way player.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eThe athletic guard was locked in defensively, using his quickness and length to defend multiple positions. He moved his feet well to stay in front of driving opponents and contested shots with his activity and leaping ability.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eOffensively, Chatman found ways to attack the defense effectively. He knew how to utilize his dribble and footwork to create space to get to his preferred spots on the floor. His athleticism allowed him to drive to the basket and elevate over defenders for finishes through contact.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eChatman also stepped up as a shooter, knocking down timely deep jumpers when the Mounties needed some perimeter scoring. He finished with 12 points, including some crucial three-pointers to keep Shades Valley within striking distance.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eOverall, [player_tooltip player_id='1958751' first='Jeremy' last='Chatman']'s two-way play and offensive versatility provided a valuable boost for the Hornets. He projects as an exciting prospect for Shades Valley with his athleticism, defensive upside, developing scoring skills and high motor. Chatman's well-rounded contributions kept the Mounties competitive against the talented Mountain Brook squad.","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_3_player":["1599938"],"_player_evaluations_3_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"Junior forward [player_tooltip player_id='1599938' first='Rashad' last='Bryant'] made an impact for Shades Valley with his rebounding and defense against Mountain Brook. The athletic 6'7u0022 Bryant was a force in the paint and on the glass.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eBryant cleaned the glass with tenacity, pulling down 8 rebounds to help the Hornets build an early advantage. He used his size, length and leaping ability to sky for boards in traffic.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eDefensively, Bryant protected the rim and deterred drives with his presence in the lane. He contested shots and cut off driving angles with his mobility.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eOffensively, Bryant had some thunderous dunks including an alley-oop finish in transition. He was able to play above the rim and hammer down lob passes for emphatic slams that energized the team.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eIn total, Bryant made his mark as an athletic big man who crashed the boards, protected the paint and provided excitement with powerful dunks. His rebounding, defense and finishing helped the Hornets against the talented Mountain Brook team. Bryant was an impactful interior presence in a competitive matchup.","_player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_4_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_4_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_4_player_details_player_name":"Lawson Gardner","_player_evaluations_4_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_4_player_details_graduating_class":"2024","_player_evaluations_4_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_4_player_details_height":"6'2u0022","_player_evaluations_4_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_4_player_details_position":"77248","_player_evaluations_4_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_4_player_details_school":"Mountain Brook","_player_evaluations_4_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_4_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_4_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_4_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_4_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"Senior guard Lawson Gardner made winning plays on both ends to help fuel Mountain Brook's comeback victory over Shades Valley. The gritty 6'2u0022 Gardner impacted the game with his tenacious defense and timely scoring.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eGardner took on the challenge of guarding Shades Valley's top perimeter scorers. He disrupted the Mounties with active hands and lateral quickness, forcing turnovers and contested shots. His intensity set the tone defensively.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eOffensively, Gardner provided a crucial 14 points for the Spartans. He knocked down jumpers and slashed to the rim through contact to generate much-needed offense. His scoring helped spearhead the second half rally.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eBeyond scoring, Gardner made hustle plays that energized the team. He gave maximum effort diving for loose balls and boxing out larger players on the glass.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eOverall, Gardner's defense, timely scoring and intangibles were pivotal in the comeback win. He worked tirelessly on both ends of the floor to contain Shades Valley's scorers and provide his own offense. Gardner's grit and production lifted the Spartans in the dramatic victory.","_player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":5,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65b154ee4dc7f"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Shades Valley started strong in the first quarter, leading 13-6 behind 9 points from [player_tooltip player_id='1958492' first='Jeremiah' last='Williams']. Williams was able to get open looks from mid-range and beyond the arc. His offensive production set the tone early for the Mounties.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In the second quarter, Shades Valley ramped up their defense, forcing several Mountain Brook turnovers which led to transition buckets. The Hornets outscored the Spartans 13-13 in the frame to take a 26-19 lead into halftime.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The third quarter was tightly contested, with both teams exchanging baskets for most of the period. [player_tooltip player_id='1958751' first='Jeremy' last='Chatman'] came alive for Shades Valley, scoring 7 points in the quarter. Going into the fourth, Shades Valley clung to a narrow 40-38 advantage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The fourth quarter came down to the final possession. With the score tied 47-47 and 6.0 seconds remaining, Mountain Brook's star player [player_tooltip player_id='1091949' first='Ty' last='Davis'] hit a clutch basket to give the Spartans a 49-47 victory. Davis led all scorers with 20 points. Turnovers hurt Shades Valley down the stretch, allowing Mountain Brook to complete the comeback.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Overall it was a hard-fought game that came down to the last shot. Shades Valley played well but will need to avoid costly turnovers late in games. Mountain Brook showed resilience in erasing a double-digit deficit behind strong play from [player_tooltip player_id='1091949' first='Ty' last='Davis'].</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->