In the National Division title game, Hillcrest Prep (AZ) only trailed in the opening minutes in cruising to a 55-44 victory over No. 8 ranked La Lumiere (IN).
The Bruins (11-2) led 29-17 at halftime and forged ahead by as many as 17 points in the second half. Hillcrest Prep closed the first half on an 11-3 over the final 6:01 to claim control. The closest the Lakers (9-1) got in the second half was six points, 39-33, but could never draw any closer.
Mike Foster earned tournament Most Valuable Player honors after posting 13 points and 10 rebounds in the title game. Makur Maker, playing in just his third contest with the Bruins, also recorded a double-double with 15 points and 10 rebounds. Keon Edwards chipped in with 11 points. Maker was a member of the All-Tournament Team.
Wendell Green, a member of the All-Tournament Team, led La Lumiere with 14 points. Kamari Lands added 12 points and Denham Wojcik chipped in with 10 points.
