[February 11, 2013]    

By Teena Lowery

MOUNT PULASKI -- On a final note... Some of the parents of the Cougar seniors were wearing T-shirts that read "IC One Final Run," and as Mason City coach Giesler boarded the team bus after the win, I wished him the best of luck in that run toward a state title. He has a very talented group of seniors who have played together a long time and who are also very dedicated to the game of basketball. That's a great combination for winning. Go, Cougars!

Pictures by Teena Lowery

Jordan Luczaj with another basket while going up against IC's Noah Kirby.

IC's Justin Onken tosses in two points over Matthew Amidon.

 

IC's Connor Martin for two points over MP's freshman Will Stewart.

IC senior Justin Onken shows nice form while dropping in another bucket for the Cougars.

 

Matthew Amidon thinks twice before making a move on IC's Duncan McClure.

Blake Collier and IC's Ean Albers got a little tied up, and the result was a foul on Collier.

That's a win for the Illini Central Cougars, who are ranked No. 2 in the Class 1A state basketball poll.