Playoff Season: CHSAA Playoffs Class ‘AA’ BQ Semi-Final Recap

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're set for an all Queens showdown, as Christ the King outlasted St. Francis Prep in a triple‑overtime thriller. Holy Cross also punched their ticket, knocking off Nazareth in a tough battle between two well coached teams.<br><br><strong>Christ the King</strong> (101) <strong>St. Francis Prep</strong> (98) 3 OT's<br><br><strong>Holy Cross</strong> (62) <strong>Nazareth </strong>(53)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3178750' first='AJ' last='Moody'] (<strong>Nazareth</strong>) - AJ attacked downhill with athletic finishes and did a amazing job advancing the ball without letting it stick. He used his speed and quickness to get into the paint and finish, showing sneaky strength at the rim. He also knocked down a spot‑up three and continued to pressure the defense with his ability to drive and create.<br><br>[player_tooltip player_id='3501054' first='Austin' last='Dottin'] (<strong>St. Francis Prep</strong>) - He consistently turned the corner off screens, getting downhill for multiple strong finishes, including one with his left hand. He knocked down a pull up three from the right wing, added a spot up three from the left wing, and showed the ability to attack off the catch. Overall, he demonstrated reliable downhill pressure and effective perimeter scoring.<br><br>[player_tooltip player_id='3417333' first='Filip' last='Runjo'] (<strong>Christ the King</strong>) - He showed strong finishing ability, catching converting and working effectively in the pick and roll. He ran the floor well, completing a rim run and finishing off a pass from Magna He added a catch and shoot three from the right wing. He went 3/4 three. He made a smart post pass to set up a slashing layup. Overall, he contributed as both a reliable finisher and a willing facilitator. His size and length gave Big O a tough time. His defensive discipline was impressive.<br><br>[player_tooltip player_id='1729828' first='Jahzir' last='Crawford'] (<strong>Holy Cross</strong>) - He knocked down a right‑corner three on the move after a baseline run and showed crafty ball handling with the ability to finish in traffic through contact with his right hand. He pushed the pace as a one‑man fast break and used a quick first step to consistently get downhill and pressure the defense.<br><br>[player_tooltip player_id='3183762' first='Jayden' last='Blakemore'] (<strong>Nazareth</strong>) - He hit a late‑shot‑clock three from the right wing and followed it with a strong downhill finish to close the quarter. Defensively, he created a steal that led to a breakaway dunk for Delgado. He added another downhill finish and knocked down a jumper in the middle of the floor, showing confidence as both a driver and a mid‑range scorer.<br><br>[player_tooltip player_id='2234300' first='Johnny' last='Magna'] (<strong>Christ the King</strong>) - Johnny consistently attacked downhill, finishing through contact in transition and converting with contact. He made a strong pick and roll read, dropping off a pass to Runjo, and later hit a foul line‑extension jumper. He showed agility getting to the rim, added another downhill layup, and delivered a smooth transition drop off to Runjo. Throughout the game, he put steady pressure on the defense, both as a finisher and a playmaker. He finished with 31 points and 7 assists.<br><br>[player_tooltip player_id='2207285' first='Justin' last='Delgado'] (<strong>Nazareth</strong>) - He showed strong finishing ability in the paint, converting through contact and completing an and‑one. He knocked down a catch and shoot three from the top of the key and demonstrated good feel as an off ball cutter, finding space in the middle of the floor for scoring opportunities.<br><br>[player_tooltip player_id='1729822' first='Oesoemana' last='Sacko'](<strong>St. Francis Prep</strong>) - Big O made multiple impact plays, even after tweaking his ankle, grabbing offensive rebounds in traffic and controlling the glass before kicking out to DeSena in the right corner for a three. He showed strength finishing inside, delivered a clean pass from the foul line to [player_tooltip player_id='3437260' first='Keishaun' last='White'] for a layup, and later found White again on a backdoor cut for another easy finish. He added a strong drive and finish from the perimeter. He also knocked down a three from the top of the key, and scored inside off a catch. Overall, he contributed as a physical rebounder, smart passer, and versatile scorer.<br><br>[player_tooltip player_id='2780688' first='Payton' last='Wilson'] (<strong>Holy Cross</strong>) - He made strong cuts and finished through congestion, scoring effectively in the paint early. He knocked down a spot‑up three from the left wing and provided timely help defense, including multiple blocks. He flashed to the middle for a smart pass to Bey and later hit a catch‑and‑shoot three from the top of the key. Overall, he impacted the game as a tough finisher, active defender, and reliable floor‑spacer.<br><br>[player_tooltip player_id='2780666' first='Skye' last='Ragoo'] (<strong>Christ the King</strong>) - He showcased his shooting versatility, knocking down spot up threes from the left wing, the right corner, and the right wing on the move. He also delivered a strong pass to set up a three‑pointer. He was able to connect on a pull up three from the top of the key after a shimmy jab step which froze the defender. He added a baseline runner to give us a glimpse of his full offensive repertoire.<br><br><strong>Other Notable Prospects</strong><br>[player_tooltip player_id='3417334' first='Aaron' last='Ellis'] - Christ the King<br>Amonsun Toluwalase - Holy Cross<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2234302' first='Donovan' last='Medley'] - Holy Cross<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2879140' first='Eli' last='Murray'] - St. Francis Prep<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2780638' first='Justin' last='Desena'] - St. Francis Prep<br>[player_tooltip player_id='3437260' first='Keishaun' last='White'] - St. Francis Prep<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2623870' first='Malachi' last='Miller'] - Holy Cross </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->