McKinney’s deflection preserves victory after Panthers storm back in fourth quarter

By Shane Hulsey, Sports Writer | December 7, 2024
Palmyra sophomore guard Pierce White, right, celebrates with a fan following the Panthers' 64-62 victory over Canton on Friday night in Canton, Mo. | Shane Hulsey photo

CANTON, Mo. — Ryan McKinney knew what was coming. He just had to stop it. With a second remaining in regulation and the Palmyra boys basketball team leading Canton 64-62, the Tigers were inbounding from under the Panthers’ basket in need of a basket to extend the game. Looming large above the pack in front…

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Alspaw, Brewer give Tigers edge in district championship victory over Rams

By Muddy River Sports | February 25, 2024
The Canton boys basketball team celebrates its Class 2 District 6 championship after beating Schuyler County 65-46 on Saturday in Queen City, Mo. | Submitted photo

QUEEN CITY, Mo. — Preston Brewer’s 6-foot-7 presence in the lane becomes a focal point for every opponent the Canton boys basketball team faces. Chris Alspaw’s job is to alleviate some of that pressure and force teams to extend their defense. Saturday, Alspaw and Brewer did their duties to perfection. Alspaw softened Schuyler County’s defense…

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