Vialva for the win, Tualatin wins its 3rd title in 5 years

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Junior guard [player_tooltip player_id='2132800' first='Pat' last='Vialva Jr'], knocked down the game winning three pointer in the corner with just a second left. This is Tualatin's third state title in five years with there last two titles coming in 2022 and 2023. Here are some of the top perfomers from the 2026 6A State Tournament Championship Game between Central Catholic and Tualatin. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2132800"],"_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-69b64403d4f7a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2132800' first='Pat' last='Vialva Jr']. delivered a standout performance when it mattered most, finishing with 27 points and 7 rebounds while helping lead his team to a state championship. A confident three-point shooter with a crafty handle, Vialva can create his own shot and keeps defenders guessing off the dribble. He's just as dangerous attacking the rim, using sharp cuts and quick slashes to find scoring opportunities inside. His strong ball-handling allows him to control the pace and make plays for himself and others. A vocal leader on the floor, Vialva thrived in pressure moments—proven when he knocked down the game-winning three-pointer with one second left, showing true clutch ability and ice-cold composure.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1582973"],"_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-69b64403d5022"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lake showed why he's considered the #1 player in the state, turning in another elite performance with 27 points. A fast, dynamic point guard, Lake combines a lightning-quick first step with great control of the game, allowing him to attack defenders and create scoring opportunities. He's a great shooter who can stretch the floor, but also thrived putting pressure on the defense with his speed and decision-making. Beyond the scoring, Lake stood out as a true leader and relentless hard worker who never gives up on a play, consistently setting the tone for his team on both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1582928"],"_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-69b64403d50a9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bam Paschal also showed why he's considered one of the top players in the state, finishing with 23 points and 5 rebounds in a strong all-around performance. A relentless slasher, Paschal gets to the rim with ease thanks to his explosiveness and ability to attack gaps in the defense. He's extremely difficult to guard, putting constant pressure on defenders with his aggressive style of play. Paschal also contributed on the defensive end as a solid defender, while staying active on the glass and creating second-chance opportunities for his team. A reliable free-throw shooter, he capitalized on trips to the line and consistently turns his drives into points.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2026792"],"_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-69b64403d50fa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Long finished with 14 points and 3 assists. A great offensive player, Robbie consistently got past defenders with ease and did a great job attacking the basket. He found quality scoring opportunities within the flow of the offense and showed a soft touch around the rim when finishing. Long also exceled in transition, using his speed and instincts to create easy scoring chances for himself and teammates. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->