(WRIGHT STATE) — Marion Local used a strong second half and a late surge to defeat Lincolnview 46-30 in an all-local Division VI state semifinal.

The Flyers led 22-19 at halftime and maintained control throughout the third quarter before closing the game on a 12-2 run.

Brayden Mescher led all scorers with 23 points, while Max Hammons paced Lincolnview with 15.

Despite a competitive start, the Lancers were unable to keep up down the stretch as their season comes to an end at 22-5.

Marion Local improves to 26-1 and advances to the state championship game for the second straight year, where they will face Berlin Hiland at UD Arena.

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