Boosted by an effective zone defense, Dublin Scioto(13-8) stymied cold shooting Whetstone (10-10).

"I think we had them a little confused," Irish guard Zach Duzan said.

Coach Tony Bisutti said, "When they weren't scoring, there wasn't any reason to change."

Clark Crum had 16 points and eight rebounds. Kyle Rolf made five three pointers and scored 16 points. L.J. Freeman (13 points) made 10 of 10 free throws.

Abdi Cheik led the Braves with 17 points.