Quarter century of memories: Summers buries Maroons’ title hopes with last-second shot

By Matt Schuckman, Sports Editor | April 14, 2023
J.D. Summers made a last-second shot against Moline on Feb. 4, 2000, to lift the Blue Devils to a 53-52 and push them toward another Western Big 6 Conference championship. | Photo courtesy QHS Hall of Fame

Muddy River Sports Editor Matt Schuckman began covering the Quincy High School boys basketball program during the 1998-99 season, and since he recently wrapped up his 25th season following the Blue Devils, he put together a list of his 25 most memorable games. Here is today’s installment: February 4, 2000 — Quincy 53, Moline 52 QUINCY —…

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Quarter century of memories: Summers puts hip pain aside to leave Alleman hurting

By Matt Schuckman, Sports Editor | April 8, 2023
Quincy High School's J.D. Summers scored a career-high 40 points at Rock Island Alleman during the 1999-2000 season despite playing the second half in pain from a hip injury. | Photo courtesy QHS Hall of Fame

Muddy River Sports Editor Matt Schuckman began covering the Quincy High School boys basketball program during the 1998-99 season, and since he recently wrapped up his 25th season following the Blue Devils, he put together a list of his 25 most memorable games. Here is today’s installment: February 11, 2000 — Quincy 87, Alleman 76 QUINCY —…

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