Guerin Catholic led most of the way, and outside of a stretch in the first half when Park Tudor hit a three 3PTers in four possessions, it looked like Guerin would keep control of the game.  The second half completely flipped, as Park Tudor went on a 3PT barrage.  

  • Dylan Murans from the start asserted himself for Guerin Catholic.  The 6'7" junior forward transferred in from Carmel and was impressive to start the game - two 3PTers and a transition dunk - before getting in early foul trouble. 
    • His energy level was the same when he returned in the second half, but Park Tudor did a much better job of finding him early.
  • Jermaine Coleman was more of a presence in the second half than the first, and while he shot well from the 3PT line, much of it was due to being more active off the ball, finding opportunities to make plays inside the arc.  He drifted in the first half, but it was clear an adjustment was made at halftime.
  • Park Tudor got contributions beyond the arc from Thomas Ruffin and Hudson Horvath.  Horvath is a 6'0" sophomore and will push to be part of the starting rotation by the mid-season.
  • Kamea Chandler and Robert Sorensen make up a potent backcourt.  Chandler is crafty and quick with the ball, and there were a couple of possessions the ball stuck with him, he was able wind his way to a number of clean looks at the rim.  
    • Sorensen drew the most attention from the PT defense, but he started to get going in the second half.  He's an excellent shooter with deep range, who can get his own shot.  
  • Ultimately, Park Tudor took advantage of the top of Guerin's defense.  Coleman, Ruffin and Horvath each found openings, either through good action or just being able to shoot over the top of Guerin's zone.  Guerin had stints of miscommunication up top.  

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