Bloomington Central Catholic got off to a fast start and held off a late Monticello charge for a 49-42 victory at the Sievers Center from Monticello High School Tuesday night in Illini Prairie Conference.
BCC jumped out to a 13-2 advantage in the first quarter and led 27-20 at the break. The Saints kept the Sages at bay throughout the second half, maintaining an eight to 12 point lead, but Monticello clawed back in the fourth quarter, getting within 45-42.
Following a Dylan Ginalick 3-pointer, Ben Cresap made a nifty defensive play for a steal in the Saints frontcourt, however, picked up a charging foul on the offensive end, hurrying for a basket with just under 30-seconds to play.
From there BCC made free throws to seal the win and the Saints picked up their fourth win of the season.
Ginalick led the all scorers with 18 point and Cresap chipped in with 11 point.
Sam Tallen led BCC with 13 points and JT Welch added 11 points.
BCC is now 4-6 on the year while Monticello drops to 5-2.
Hear more Sages action Friday night at Tolono Unity High School. Game time is 7 pm.
