Newark Punches Sweet 16 Ticket, Wins District Over Tri-Valley 51-41

After losing in the district final the previous three years, Newark finally took the title with a 51-41 victory over Tri-Valley. The Wildcats played another tight playoff game as Newark took only a 23-21 lead into halftime. Newark would take momentum and the game with a buzzer beater at the end of the third to cap a 8-0 run that would end up being the difference maker in the game. Tri-Valley junior Marcus Dempsey had a game high 21 points and Dustin Stoneburner would lead a balanced Wildcat attack with 13. Newark advances to play Westerville South in the regional semifinal.