Lexington finally found a way to top Shelby 61-57 on Dec. 30 in Ohio boys high school basketball.
The first quarter gave Lexington a 14-11 lead over Shelby.
The Whippets darted a slim margin over the Minutemen as both teams headed to make end of the second quarter adjustments.
Nothing was decided in the third quarter, with Lexington and Shelby locked in a 44-44 stalemate.
The Minutemen got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 17-13 edge.
Last season, Lexington and Shelby faced off on March 2, 2023 at Shelby High School.
In recent action on Dec. 23, Lexington faced off against Ontario and Shelby took on River Valley on Dec. 21 at River Valley High School.
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