St. Thomas Aquinas senior D.J. Wimbley Jr. led his team to victory in the Class 6A regional final against Coral Springs with a game-high 25 points, ensuring a 62-54 win for the Raiders. Despite a rocky start and a 13-0 lead for Coral Springs, the Raiders fought back and took the lead at halftime. Wimbley’s performance was crucial in the comeback, with Coach Julius Sandi praising his resilience and skill on the court. Junior D.J. Sandi and sophomore Clarence Westbrook Jr. also made significant contributions to the win.
In a post-game interview, Wimbley expressed his determination not to lose in his last home game and his desire to win a state championship for his school. Coral Springs coach Devin Barta commended his team for their effort, despite losing to St. Thomas Aquinas three times this season. The Colts, led by freshman Jahmai Henry and seniors Alex Pierre-Louis and Joshua Pierre, performed admirably but ultimately fell short.
The victory secured St. Thomas Aquinas’ spot in the state semifinals, where they will face Charlotte on March 6. Other regional final results and upcoming state semifinal matchups were also highlighted in the article. With their eyes set on a state title, the Raiders are gearing up for what promises to be an intense and exciting competition in the final stages of the basketball season.
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