Spring Valley dramatically defeated George Washington 44-43 in the MSAC championship game, avenging a prior 25-point loss. Trailing by three with 30 seconds left, Spring Valley executed crucial plays: a steal and layup by Jalyn Abercrombie and Clay Robertson, followed by Colton Caldwell's game-winning rebound and score. A last-second defensive switch, featuring a box-and-one defense and a key block by Caldwell, secured the victory. The game was tight throughout, with Spring Valley overcoming George Washington's hot shooting from their previous matchup. Spring Valley's coach, Rick Chaffin, emphasized defensive adjustments and offensive isolation to secure the win, highlighting the team's resilience and focus on postseason preparation. Gale Lamb led George Washington with 21 points.
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