In a surprising turn of events, the Ohio team emerged as the victor in the girls portion of the OVAC Samuel A. Mumley All-Star Basketball Classic, defeating West Virginia 75-71 in overtime. Despite West Virginia having standout players like Wheeling Park’s Alexis Bordas and Wheeling Central’s Kaitlyn Blake, Ohio, led by Bellaire’s Zara Harveth, pulled off the upset.
Harveth, a 1,000-point scorer, only had four points in regulation but came through in overtime with crucial baskets to secure the win for Ohio. Several other players contributed to the victory, including Lindsey Best and Maddy Tyson.
The game was a close contest throughout, with both teams exchanging leads. In the end, it was Harveth’s performance that made the difference, propelling Ohio to a hard-fought victory.
The event also saw special honors being awarded to Larry Finnernan, Bob Hill, Carol Storm, and several scholarship recipients. Overall, the game showcased the talent and competitive spirit of high school basketball players from across the Ohio Valley.
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