Colonels surge past Vikings in second half for an opening round win at the Lemon Street Classic

The Cass boys basketball team won its opening game at the Marietta High School Lemon Street Classic Saturday, defeating St. Anne-Pacelli of Columbus 61-44. The Colonels led 17-10 after one period and clung to a 26-25 edge at halftime. Cass then used a 10-0 run to start the third quarter, led 41-34 heading into the final period and eventually pulled away from the Vikings down the stretch for a 17-point win. “We had a solid start to the second half,” said Cass head coach Byron Taylor. “Pacelli is a well-coached team but I’m pleased with our group. They are learning how to play hard every day.”

Jelani Hames finished with a game-high 28 points for the Colonels. Jayden Foster followed with 11 and Ethan McIntyre scored nine. Sacovie White chipped in with seven. Jackson Hale, Devin Henderson, and Jashaun Whatley added two points each for Cass.

Cam Ellis scored 12 points to lead the Vikings (2-4).

Cass returns to Marietta High Monday for a 12:45 game against Salem. The Seminoles defeated Miller Grove Saturday in their opening round game.