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Boys Basketball: Downers South Rolls to 16th Win in a Row
Downers South 81, Addison Trail 35. Twelve different players, led by Ziggy Riauka and Danielius Jurgitis, score at least one basket in the Mustangs' show of firepower.
The Hot Read: Downers Grove South closed its regular season on a high note with a balanced offensive attack in an 81-35 boys basketball victory over Addison Trail on Wednesday night. The Mustangs built a double-digit lead in the first 4 minutes en route to notching their 16th straight win, a school record.
Patch’s MVP: Mustangs forward Ziggy Riauka was a force on offense and defense in Downers South's regular-season finale. He led all scorers with 13 points. He also had eight rebounds, three blocks, and two steals.
Key Stats: Twelve different players scored at least two points for the Mustangs and four players finished in double figures.
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Downers Grove South Leaders: In addition to Riauka: Danielius Jurgitis (12 points), Kevon James (11 points).
Addison Trail Leaders: James Pupillo (9 points) and Vince Beltrano (8 points, 3 steals)
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Quotable: Mustangs coach Jay Baum: “We really need to emphasize playing at the level we’re capable of playing at, no matter who the opponent is, and the guys really did a great job of that.”
Records: Downers South: 23-3, 11-1 in the West Suburban Gold Conference. Addison Trail: 9-17 and 2-10.
What’s Next: The Blazers play Westinghouse on Monday in the Willowbrook Regional. The Mustangs play the winner of Batavia/Glenbard North at the West Aurora Regional on Tuesday.
