WVSSAC Boys Basketball Championships
AAA Chip (Boys): Fairmont Senior vs. Shady Spring
Season 7, Episode 2
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Sports
Shady Spring triumphed over Fairmont Senior in a thrilling overtime clash, securing the 2024 Class AAA state championship after falling short in the previous two title games against the same opponent. Overcoming a 10-point first-quarter deficit, Shady Spring forced overtime with clutch plays and then dominated the extra period with exceptional free-throw shooting, converting 9 of 10 attempts. The game was a hard-fought battle between two defensive-minded teams, featuring standout performances from Shady Spring’s Jalon Bailey, Jack Williams, and Ammar Maxwell, and Fairmont Senior’s Andre Grant and Zycheus Dobbs. Despite Fairmont Senior's strong start and late-game pushes, Shady Spring's resilience and free-throw accuracy proved decisive, culminating in a dramatic final defensive stand. The victory marked Shady Spring's second state championship in four years, highlighting their consistency and determination.
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