Red Hot Pirates to Play on Cleveland Cavaliers Floor in High School Showcase Friday
By Deon Cash
The West Carrollton Pirates, winners of 2 straight games and 6 of their last 7, has resumed playing in the High School Showcase that is held at the Cleveland Cavaliers home court.
The Pirates, who now are 6-3 after a 0-2 start, will play Ringgold HS (PA) at 3:30 today at Rocket Mortgage Arena in Cleveland, Ohio.
Coach Anthony Parker, now in his 8th season at the helm, has added a familiar face in the coaching staff - one that coached him in his hooping days.
Art Winston, the legendary coach who led Jefferson to multiple OHSAA titles, has joined the staff.
They also have a senior leader who has stepped up his game, as 6'7 C Joseph Ingram has started to get back on track.
Ingram, a inside force, who dominated last year, has had 5 double doubles in the last 6 games. The two sport star is averaging 14ppg and 11rpg on the season.
Coach Parker knows that his team needs to show up early to give them a chance to get a w on the Cavs Floor and some more momentum during the current win streak.
The Cavaliers will play at 7pm as they look to prepare for the playoff run. They are nearing the All-Star Break and while Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley have been in all-star form, the team results haven't been as good as last year.
"This is a great chance for our kids to get some statewide exposure with the only NBA basketball team in Ohio. Its huge and we appreciate them continuing to allow us to play in the showcase. It's nice to be back in it after missing it last year. We want to thank the Cavs for the opportunity." Coach Parker said.
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