8legs: Lhsaa division i select semifinals

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John Curtis and Huntington play another close semifinal, and the winner this time gets payback

Curtis earned a 44-42 semifinal win over Huntington to reach the Division I select state final.
Nelson sealed the win with two free throws after 16.7 seconds remaining as Curtis led by four.
Graham led Huntington with 22 points, showing their early scoring pace in the semifinal.
Timmons and Nelson were the lone seniors on Curtis, contributing key points down the stretch.
Curtis built an early 10-1 lead before Huntington surged back, keeping the game tight throughout.
Curtis sought its first state final since ending an eight-year final run the prior season.
Nelson and Timmons produced 13 and 12 points respectively to anchor the Curtis effort.
The championship game is scheduled for 4 p.m. Saturday, with St. Joseph's Academy advancing to the final.
Curtis coach Alendra Brown emphasized attention to detail after last year’s semifinal defeat.
Huntington coach Brian Shyne pointed to missed boxouts and offensive rebounds as factors in their loss.

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