Quincy Shootout: Link Academy’s defense steals show in lopsided victory over Faith Family

By Matt Schuckman, Sports Editor | January 22, 2023
Link Academy's Tyler McKinley, right, backs down Oak Cliff Faith Family's Jadyn Toppin during their game in the Quincy Shootout at Blue Devil Gym. | Matt Schuckman photo

QUINCY — The large crowd filling Blue Devil Gym to catch a glimpse of the No. 1-ranked prep boys basketball team in the nation expected to see Link Academy dazzle with an above-the-rim offensive display. As good as the Lions were offensively, their defense stole the show. Link Academy limited Oak Cliff Faith Family to…

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Quincy Shootout: Taking charge in overtime catapults Oak Cliff Faith Family to victory

By Muddy River Sports | January 21, 2023
Oak Cliff Faith Family forward Doryan Onwuchekwa. left, chats with Eagles coach Brandon Thomas during a free throw in Friday's game against Chicago Curie in the Quincy Shootout at Blue Devil Gym. | Matt Schuckman photo

QUINCY — After committing a shot clock violation on its first possession of overtime Friday night, the Oak Cliff Faith Family boys basketball team knew how to respond. Take a charge to earn a defensive stop. By doing so, the Eagles quickly reset themselves offensively, using the energy brought about by the charging foul to…

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