Waverly, OH — Waverly pulled off a thrilling 57-54 home victory over Gallia Academy to improve their perfect record to 2-0 in what proved to be a nail-biting contest that showcased incredible resilience and determination. The game was a back-and-forth battle that saw multiple lead changes and clutch performances when it mattered most. The opening quarter belonged to Gallia Academy, who jumped out to an early 15-9 lead behind a strong scoring run. However, Waverly's star player Kage Alexander began to find his rhythm in the second quarter, sparking an incredible personal 7-point scoring streak that included a momentum-shifting three-pointer to give Waverly their first lead at 16-15. Alexander was simply unstoppable throughout the night, finishing with a game-high 27 points on 9-24 shooting, including 3-6 from beyond the arc and 6-9 from the free-throw line. The third quarter saw both teams trading blows, with Teagan Hurt stepping up big for Waverly by contributing 6 points in the period, including back-to-back field goals that helped keep pace with Gallia Academy's offensive surge. Hurt finished with a solid 11-point performance, shooting an efficient 4-9 from the field. The game remained tight entering the fourth quarter with Waverly trailing 47-42, setting the stage for a dramatic finish. The final quarter was pure excitement as both teams refused to give in. Gunnar Myers provided crucial contributions with perfect 2-2 shooting for 7 points, while Sawyer Myers added 5 points on efficient 2-3 shooting. The game was tied 54-54 late in regulation before clutch free throws from Sawyer Myers, Alexander, and Gunnar Myers sealed the victory. Kai Keesee also chipped in with 5 points, including a perfect three-pointer. This was a complete team effort that showed tremendous character and execution in the clutch moments.