Mount Carmel's Lee Marks returned to the court after an injury, helping his team secure a win against Mt. Zion. Marks' defense on JC Anderson was crucial, holding him to just one point in the second half. Caravan star Angelo Ciaravino also contributed despite foul trouble.
Sophomore point guard Noah Mister led the team offensively, with Cameron Thomas and Grant Best also making significant contributions. Anderson and Lyncoln Koester led Mt. Zion, a young team with potential for future success in Class 3A.