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<p>The <strong>HoopsFest Lafayette Classic</strong> was an action-packed showcase of basketball talent, bringing together some of the top teams from Central and Southern Louisiana. Every game featured elite performances, with standout players making their mark and teams battling it out in closely contested matchups.</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Game 1: <strong>Catholic New Iberia vs. Washington Marion</strong></h3>
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<p>The day kicked off with an exciting matchup between <strong>Catholic New Iberia</strong> and <strong>Washington Marion</strong>. Washington Marion, led by the dynamic <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2894330' first='Joab' last='Trosclair'] </strong>(Class of 2026), emerged victorious with a 46-41 win. Josclair was unstoppable, scoring 19 points, including a key stretch of late-game buckets to seal the win for his team. On the losing side, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2307970' first='Monte' last='Farmer']</strong> (Class of 2026) had a strong showing for Catholic New Iberia, finishing with 16 points, but the team couldn't overcome Washington Marion's defensive pressure. Washington Marion's tenacious defense and timely scoring were the difference in this tightly contested battle.</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Game 2: <strong>Northside vs. Vandebilt Catholic</strong></h3>
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<p>Next up was a matchup between <strong>Northside</strong> and <strong>Vandebilt Catholic</strong>, which offered a clash of contrasting playing styles. <strong>Lavar Duncan</strong> (Class of 2025) was the star for Northside, delivering a dominant offensive performance with 22 points, including a pair of crucial three-pointers down the stretch. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1275303' first='Jordan' last='Matthews']</strong> (Class of 2025), a recent <strong>Nicholls State</strong> commit, led Vandebilt Catholic with 16 points, 6 assists and 3 steals but struggled to find consistent rhythm as Northside's defense disrupted their flow. The game ended with Northside securing a 64-52 victory, as their aggressive ball pressure and transition offense proved too much for Vandebilt Catholic to handle.</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Game 3: <strong>Natchitoches Central vs. Southside High School</strong></h3>
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<p>The third game of the day was by far the most thrilling. <strong>Natchitoches Central</strong> and <strong>Southside High School</strong> battled in a high-intensity contest that went into overtime, with Natchitoches Central ultimately prevailing 62-61. <strong>Jadell Demery</strong> (Class of 2025) was the standout for Natchitoches Central, recording an impressive 17 points and a jaw-dropping 25 rebounds. Demery's work on the boards was pivotal, helping his team secure extra possessions in the clutch moments. On the other side, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2410738' first='Jaydon' last='Norbert']</strong> (Class of 2025) carried Southside with 24 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists, showing his playmaking ability and offensive versatility. However, despite Norbert's heroics, Natchitoches Central's defense in the final minutes and Demery's monster double-double helped them squeeze out the win.</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Game 4: <strong>Catholic Baton Rouge vs. Northwest</strong></h3>
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<p>The final game of the day featured the <strong>#1 ranked Catholic Baton Rouge</strong> against <strong>Northwest</strong>, and it was nothing short of a clinic. Catholic Baton Rouge, currently a nationally ranked Top 100 team, put on an offensive showcase, dismantling Northwest 83-57. <strong>Charlie Mosely</strong> (Class of 2026) led the charge, draining 6 three-pointers and finishing with 19 points, as the team shot a blistering 16 three-pointers in the game. The outside shooting of Murphy, combined with the floor-spacing of <strong>Tate McMurray</strong> (Class of 2025), who added 14 points, made Catholic Baton Rouge nearly impossible to defend. Despite a valiant effort from <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2421287' first='Markez' last='Davis']</strong> (Class of 2027), who finished with 17 points, and <strong>Reginald Laverne</strong> (Class of 2025), who added 16 points, Northwest had no answer for Catholic BR's perimeter barrage and overall team depth.</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Final Thoughts</h3>
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<p>The <strong>HoopsFest Lafayette Classic</strong> highlighted some of the brightest young stars in Louisiana, showcasing a variety of playing styles and basketball skills. From explosive individual performances to team-oriented victories, the day was full of highlights and action. Stay tuned for our next article, where we will dive deeper into the standout players and key moments from this unforgettable event!</p>
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The HoopsFest Lafayette Classic was an action-packed showcase of basketball talent, bringing together some of the top teams from Central and Southern Louisiana. Every game featured elite performances, with standout players making their mark and teams battling it out in closely contested matchups.
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