In a stunning upset, the Spring Grove boys’ basketball team secured a spot in the PIAA Championships by defeating No. 1 seed Manheim Central 45-38 in the first round of the District 3 Class 5A tournament. Despite their losing record of 11-12, the Rockets were able to advance to the quarterfinals, marking their first PIAA playoff berth since 2017. Ky’Sier Ludwig led the team with 14 points, while Dominick Pierre added 11. Isaiah Holland and Kayleb Allen contributed seven and six points, respectively. Ryan Kenneff led Manheim Central with 15 points, with Landon Zeiset adding 11. The Barons still have a chance to make states through consolation games. Spring Grove will face No. 8 seed Exeter Township in the quarterfinals on Friday at 7 p.m. The Rockets’ unexpected victory has garnered attention and praise, showcasing the unpredictable nature of playoff sports. Quality local journalism like this coverage from PennLive is essential, and support from readers is crucial. To stay updated on high school sports news, readers can sign up for PennLive’s daily newsletter.
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