St. Rose Defeats Manasquan in Shore Conference Tournament Semifinal Showdown

In a highly anticipated matchup, St. Rose triumphed over Manasquan with a decisive 59-42 victory in the Shore Conference Tournament semifinal. The Purple Roses showcased their dominance, led by standout performances from Bryan Ebeling and Jayden Hodge. (Findaballer Report)

St. Rose’s Offensive Firepower Overwhelms Squan

Bryan Ebeling spearheaded St. Rose’s attack, pouring in 20 points and demonstrating his versatility with 3 three-pointers. Jayden Hodge contributed significantly with 12 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists, showcasing his all-around game.

Defensive Prowess: Key to St. Rose’s Success

The Purple Roses’ defense stifled Manasquan’s offense, limiting their scoring opportunities. St. Rose’s team effort resulted in 6 blocks and 6 steals, disrupting Manasquan’s rhythm throughout the game.

Manasquan’s Valiant Effort Falls Short

Despite the loss, Manasquan’s Griffin Linstra put up a commendable performance with 18 points and 8 rebounds. However, the team struggled to keep pace with St. Rose’s offensive onslaught.

St. Rose Defeats Manasquan Advances to Shore Conference Tournament Final

With this victory, St. Rose secures a spot in the championship game against Christian Brothers, scheduled for Friday evening at Monmouth University.

“Everybody wants to beat us, because we’re the defending champs,” said Jayden Hodge. “We have to play better from the jump; we can’t just play good for 16 minutes. That’s not always going to work.”

St. Rose’s triumph over Manasquan sets the stage for an exciting championship matchup. Basketball fans can follow the action on Shore Sports Insider for live updates and highlights.

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