Congratulations to Italy 20 coaches Scott Rodgers and Aaron Itson who wrapped up their season on Tuesday with a 30-15 win over Hillsboro Red.
Italy 20’s Garret Janek(12) attempts his pre-game layup before the contest against Hillsboro Red.
Alex Hernandez(10) manages to bring the ball up the court with a Hillsboro Red defender on his hip pocket as teammate Garret Janek(12) stays on the wing.
With teammate James McIntyre(2) in position to rebound, Italy 20’s Ryder Itson(5) finishes the fast break and ends the night with a game-high 13-points.
Stockard Smithwick(20) put in 2-points during the win over Hillsboro Red as Mikey South(4) and Ty Hamilton(11) get in position to rebound. Smithwick finished with 3-points in Italy 20’s final game of the season.
Italy 21’s Cason Roberts(4) is ready to defend the backboard and protect the lead.
Sharp shooter Cade Roberts(12) uses his eagle-like vision to spot the rim and put up shots.
Italy 21 head coach Edwin Wallace and his son Tylan Wallace(2) prepare to take on Hillsboro.
Italy 21 (3rd & 4th Boys) breaks the huddle before their 2nd playoff game and then breaks the spirit of Hillsboro Black after getting a 32-23 win to earn a spot in the championship game on Thursday in Hillsboro.
Stephen Mott observes a jumper by Italy 21’s Kiunte Lucas(10) who demonstrates his “Jaws of Life” technique before the game against Hillsboro Black.
Italy 21’s Taron Smith(5) hits a fadeaway over a Hillsboro Black defender. Smith finished with a game-high 14-points.
Coach Edwin Wallace instructs Gary Escamilla(1) during the game against Hillsboro Black.
Tylan Wallace(2) flips up a baby hook shot to score 2 of his 8-points on Tuesday as teammate Gary Escamilla(1) was there for the rebound.
Italy 29’s Jarvis Harris(3) stays relaxed before his team’s game against Italy 31.
Ernest Smith stands with his grandson Taron Smith(5) after the win over Hillsboro Black. From Milford, Taron is just one of the many athletes from neighboring towns that participate in IYAA Sports.
Aarion Copeland and Charisma Anderson check out the action during Italy 29’s and Italy 31’s game from above the players’ benches.
Just a 4th grader, Italy 29’s Kendrick Norwood(10) holds his own amongst 5th and 6th grade competition.
Chasston Wilson(11) gets pressure from teammates before shooting to beat the buzzer that signals the end of intermission.
Italy 29’s Cameron Carter(11) shoots a technical free shot during the game.
Coach Ken Norwood breaks the huddle with his team before their game against Italy 30.
Italy 31’s Lance McClendon(12) leaps toward the goal as Italy 29’s Kevin Johnson(5) and Cameron Carter(11) try to slow his path.
Italy 29’s Cameron Carter(11) blocks a shot attempt by Italy 31. In the end, however, Italy 31 managed to pull off the upset 46-42 in the final game of the season for both teams.
Italy 31 stretches it out before the game and then pulls out an upset win against Italy 29 in the Tuesday night finale. Italy 31 came from behind to win 46-42 in one of the most exciting IYAA games ever played at the old Italy gym.
