Lacey came out on top against Ocean City by just three points in the South Jersey Group III semifinals, All Shore Media reported.
Senior point guard Tasheen Carrow was a standout in Friday night's game with 21 points and five assists, All Shore Media said. Carrow also scored two free throws to carry the Lions to a three-point lead with less than 30 seconds on the clock.
Senior center Tyrell Smith scored 10 points and had 16 rebounds. Senior guard Ryan Reitmeyer shot a 15-foot jumper to push Lacey to a 45-44 lead with less than 30 seconds left.
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The Lions (22-4) will faceoff against No. 7 seed Camden at home on Monday. A championship win would earn Lacey its first sectional title in program history.
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