Jesuit beats league rival Westview in a close game, 55-52

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the best rivalries in the state, came down to the last seconds as Jesuit hit a game winning three with just seconds left. The Crusaders have their eyes set for the Metro League Championship next week as they and Southridge face off on Tuesday, February 24th. Here are some of the top performers from tonight's game against Jesuit and Westview. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2111917"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69995893324b2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2111917' first='Sam' last='Curvy'] stood out as an athletic big who can stretch the floor, finishing with a team-high 18 points. He showed a smooth mid-range touch and was effective playing off the catch, consistently getting to his spots within the offense. Curvy rebounded well and contributed at the free-throw line, adding balance to his scoring output. His combination of size, touch, and mobility makes him a difficult matchup in the frontcourt.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1585574"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-699958933252f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Barone delivered in the biggest moment, knocking down the game-winning three-pointer with seconds remaining to seal the victory. A streaky shooter who can heat up quickly, he spaces the floor well and competes on every possession. Barone also rebounds effectively for his size and is reliable at the free-throw line. He finished with 10 points, making his impact felt when it mattered most.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1989913"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-699958933259d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1989913' first='Joe' last='Stimpson'] brought relentless energy and athleticism to the floor, competing at a high level from start to finish. A dynamic slasher who never seems to turn it off, he attacked early and poured in 10 points in the first quarter alone. Stimpson is also a capable passer and explosive leaper, making him a constant threat in space. A standout multi-sport athlete, he is signed to Nevada–Reno for football, and his physical tools clearly translate to the hardwood.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2021519"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6999589332600"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jenkins delivered a high-motor performance, finishing with a game-high 19 points. A relentless scorer and hard worker, he pairs strong basketball IQ with nonstop activity on the glass, consistently keeping plays alive. Jenkins plays above the rim, can stretch the floor out to the three-point line, and features a polished pull-up and mid-range game. A reliable free-throw shooter as well, he impacts the game in multiple areas with both skill and effort.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1624396"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6999589332646"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1624396' first='Ian' last='Bautista'] continues to prove he's one of the top point guards in the Metro League, finishing with a game-high 19 points. A strong 3-and-D presence at the guard spot, he can heat up quickly from beyond the arc while also setting the tone defensively. Bautista is a vocal leader and true floor general who runs the offense with confidence, keeping teammates organized and composed throughout the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Dash Nicely","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'5u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77245","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Westview","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"[program_tooltip program_id='2736879' first='Team' last='Progress']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69995893326f8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nicely made his presence felt inside, finishing with 12 points. A solid post player, he's tough to contain around the rim and will capitalize if left unchecked in the paint. Nicely also provides decent rim protection on the defensive end and has the ability to step out and knock down perimeter shots, adding versatility to his frontcourt game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->