Very hard fought game going on. Landmark had the early lead then Dallas made a run at the end of the 2nd Qtr to take halftime lead by five. In the 3rd quarter, Landmark rallied to cut the lead to 2 going into the fourth.
4th Qtr has much of the same with plenty of fast paced action, 359 left 34- 31 Dallas. Dallas using 3-2 zone while Landmark in man to man. Both teams look to fast break at every opportunity. Dallas currently on a six point run pushing the lead to 40-34 with 230 left. There pressure led to another Landmark turnover now 42-34 in avery short span of time. Good defense and ball handling on the breaks has given Dallas the 8 point lead.
Not to be out done, Landmark takes two Dallas turnovers and converts both with driving layups. 137 left score now 42-38 with Landmark ball inbounds under Dallas goal. Good presssure by Dallas creating problems for Landmark. Bodies flying everywhere, Landmark ball ob in their court 50 sec left still 42-38.
Three ball short Dallas boards and will go to the line. Landmark has 9 fouls, Dallas 6. Dallas misses front end of bonus Landmark fouled on rebound shooting 1-1 and make both 42-40 Dallas. Landmark pressure forces Dallas turnover . Dallas time out - Landmark ball with 24 sec left on their side court. Defensive pressure has keyed their run. Landmark is holding for the last shot then inadvertanlt throws ball out of bounds with no real pressure from Dallas. Dallas long pass on break away #14 gets bucket and one to push the lead to 45-40 with 9 sec left. Landmark three off the mark - game Dallas HSAA 45-40.
Great effort by both teams!
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Thursday, March 19, 2009
by Bill Toombs