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Princeton Reaches OHSAA Division I Final With 53-43 Win Over Wadsworth

Coach Dee Davis says the Vikings must tighten decision-making before facing Pickerington Central or top-ranked Kettering Fairmont.

Overview

  • Princeton advanced to Saturday’s state championship at UD Arena after rallying from a 27-20 halftime deficit.
  • Sophomore Erin Thomas led with 18 points plus five rebounds, five blocks and four steals to pace the Vikings.
  • A 19-0 run to open the second half and a defense that forced 28 turnovers flipped the game in Princeton’s favor.
  • The Vikings will play at 8:30 p.m. against the winner of Pickerington Central vs. Kettering Fairmont, ranked No. 5 and No. 1 by MaxPreps entering the semifinals.
  • Princeton is in the title game for the third time in four seasons, seeking a fourth championship after wins in 2023, 2014 and 1987, with Najah Love Muhammad contributing 12 points in the semifinal.