Jesuit Dallas clinched its spot in the upcoming University Interscholastic League (UIL) 6A Playoffs on Tuesday after securing a 54-38 win over Nimitz at Walsh Gym. The Rangers are currently ranked second in the District 7-6A standings with a 10-2 record, trailing district leader Lake Highlands by one game as the district heads into the final two games of the regular season.
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Seniors
Michael Grant and
Caleb Steger led the way for the Rangers, scoring 18 points and 15 points, respectively. Junior
Cade Kirby added eight points and five rebounds, shooting 3-of-4 from the floor and adding a critical traditional three-point play that gave the Rangers momentum in the second half. Senior
Charlie Peters led the team with seven rebounds and four assists as junior
Cooper Jensen buried a pair of three-pointers to finish the game with eight points.
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Jesuit Dallas will play its final regular season road game on Friday as the Rangers travel to battle the Irving Tigers. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. at Irving H.S.
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