The effort was contagious in the final period. With Sykes and Buckingham leading the way, the rest of the team began to gain confidence on both ends of the floor. Suddenly, a 9-point third quarter deficit was erased and turned into a 12-point lead with just over four minutes to play. Veatch showed great anticipation and positioning on defense, leading to an altered shot that was pitched ahead to Slade Black Slade Black 6'6" | SF Crossings Christian | 2028 State OK for an easy transition bucket. This was followed by a steal from Braden Buckingham Braden Buckingham 6'1" | PG/SG Crossings Christian | 2026 State OK that had the entire bench standing an applauding the defensive efforts. Veatch helped alleviate pressure as another ball handler down the stretch and made free throws to help put the game in ice with just over 20 seconds remaining.

The effort was contagious in the final period. With Sykes and Buckingham leading the way, the rest of the team began to gain confidence on both ends of the floor. Suddenly, a 9-point third quarter deficit was erased and turned into a 12-point lead with just over four minutes to play. Veatch showed great anticipation and positioning on defense, leading to an altered shot that was pitched ahead to Slade Black Slade Black 6'6" | SF Crossings Christian | 2028 State OK for an easy transition bucket. This was followed by a steal from Braden Buckingham Braden Buckingham 6'1" | PG/SG Crossings Christian | 2026 State OK that had the entire bench standing an applauding the defensive efforts. Veatch helped alleviate pressure as another ball handler down the stretch and made free throws to help put the game in ice with just over 20 seconds remaining.