Marshfield boys top Merrill in tight game
By Hub City Times staff
MARSHFIELD – Marshfield hosted a very close Wisconsin Valley Conference game against the Merrill Blue Jays on Dec. 20.
In a very tight first half, Marshfield led Merrill by just one point – 30-29 – at halftime.
A 60-60 final, led the game into overtime, where the Tigers outscored Merrill 9-8, winning the contest at 68-67.
Addison Hill of Marshfield makes a free throw during the first half of the Tiger’s home game against Merrill on Dec. 20. HCT staff photo.
Addison Hill was high for Marshfield, with 17 points and six rebounds; his teammate, Anthony Posteluk put up 15 points of his own.
Michael Casper of Merrill finished the night with 27 points.
The Marshfield Tigers will play again Dec. 27-28, at the Ab Nicholas Tournament held at Waunakee High School.
