Dallas Mountaineers Top Crestwood in Key Division Matchup
By: Brad Loff | Sportzwire | January 3, 2025 | Photo courtesy Danielle Petros
Dallas Mountaineers Top Crestwood in Key Division Matchup
DALLAS, PA — The Dallas Mountaineers used a dominant third quarter and a standout performance from Joey Nocito to defeat Crestwood 55-48 in a pivotal WVC Division 1 boys’ basketball game on Friday night. Nocito led all scorers with 20 points, helping Dallas secure the crucial home victory.
Individual Scorers and Stats
Dallas Mountaineers:
• Joey Nocito: 20 points (9 field goals, 2 three-pointers)
• Tyce Mason: 12 points (5 field goals, 2 three-pointers)
• Pat Flanagan: 8 points (3 field goals, 1 three-pointer)
• Jude Nocito: 8 points (3 field goals, 2/3 free throws)
• Jack Dale: 4 points (2/2 free throws)
• Brady Mizzer: 3 points (1 three-pointer)
Crestwood Comets:
• Ayden Agapito: 15 points (7 field goals, 1 three-pointer)
• Ryan Sechleer: 10 points (4 field goals, 2 three-pointers)
• Brady Grevera: 7 points (3 field goals, 1 three-pointer)
• Connor Wagaman: 6 points (3 field goals)
• Gio Barna: 3 points (1 three-pointer)
• Jack Rodgers: 2 points (2/2 free throws)
• Kell Edwards: 5 points (2 field goals, 1 three-pointer)
Shooting Percentages:
• Dallas:
• Field Goals: 22 made
• Three-Point Goals: 7 made
• Free Throws: 4/7 (57%)
• Crestwood:
• Field Goals: 21 made
• Three-Point Goals: 6 made
• Free Throws: 2/2 (100%)
Game Recap
Dallas started slowly, trailing Crestwood 19-15 after the first quarter. However, the Mountaineers gained momentum in the third quarter, outscoring Crestwood 20-10. Nocito spearheaded the attack, scoring consistently from inside and beyond the arc. Tyce Mason and Pat Flanagan contributed key baskets, while the defense limited Crestwood’s opportunities.
Crestwood’s offense was led by Ayden Agapito, who scored 15 points, and Ryan Sechleer, who added 10 points with two three-pointers. However, Crestwood struggled to maintain their first-half rhythm, particularly in the third quarter, when Dallas took control of the game. Despite late-game efforts, the Comets could not overcome the Mountaineers’ lead.
Game Highlights:
• Joey Nocito’s game-high 20 points included two three-pointers and clutch first-quarter baskets.
• Dallas outscored Crestwood 20-10 in the third quarter to gain the advantage.
• Crestwood’s Ayden Agapito scored 15 points, and Ryan Sechleer added 10 with two three-pointers.
Final Score: Dallas 55, Crestwood 48
