Hogue's 31 Points Lead Panthers Into Regionals
SOUTH RIDING, VA - No stranger to the post-season tournament, the Potomac Falls Panthers stormed their way into the Regional playoffs again on Saturday with an impressive 81-67 win over Loudoun County in the Dulles District Championship Game. The Panthers were led by senior Alex Hogue, who put together a 31 point performance to help the Panthers secure another opportunity to continue their season. Hogue was dangerous from behind the arc, hitting 3 straight 3 pointers to open the game. He continued his assault of the Raider defense all night long and led all scorers in the contest.
Senior Aaron Sweger put in the toughest performance of the night, scoring 16 points and registering 10 rebounds in the game. Sweger was the most physical player on the court and the Raiders had difficulty matching his intensity. Loudoun County received a great performance from Donnae Lucas who scored 20 in the loss.
The Raiders pulled within 3 points late in the 3rd period after trailing by more than 10 at several points in the game, including at the half. But Potomac Falls never allowed Loudoun County to get back to even as they shut the door on the Raider's season and moved on to the next round of the post-season.
Chick-fil-A Players of the Game:
Alex Hogue - Senior Guard
Potomac Falls
Hogue was dominant in the most important game of the season for the Panthers, scoring 31 points, a feat not achieved in years according to head coach Jeff Hawes. Hogue simply didn't miss, and his clutch performance may be a good sign for Potomac Falls fans as they look forward to the state tournament....
Aaron Sweger - Senior Forward
Potomac Falls
Sweger was just as dominant down in the paint, and his quick moves to the basket after grabbing offensive rebounds led to many easy points in the contest. Sweger was described as the engine of the Panther squad by Hawes, and on Saturday, Sweger had the engine revved up.....
Up Next:
Potomac Falls will host Orange on Tuesday at Potomac Falls High School in the first round of the regional playoffs.
Game Scoring:
Potomac Falls
Hogue - 31
Kott - 2
Sweger - 16 (at least 8 off rebounds)
Mears - 12
Woodlief - 6
Bartnick - 5
Owens - 9
Loudoun County
Tagg - 10
Bushrod - 16
Lucas - 20
Cottom - 4
McLister - 7
Lane - 8
