March 06, 2025
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Late steal, stops lift La Salle-Peru past Streator to second straight regional title

A late steal and layup from Erick Sotelo broke a scoring drought for both teams and ultimately proved to be the game-winner as L-P upset Streator for the championship of the 3A La Salle-Peru Regional.

By J.T. Pedelty●

Princeton beats Seneca for fourth straight regional title

There may have been some doubters outside the Tigers' camp they would not go far in the postseason and Princeton’s regional streak would come to an end. Look at them now. They strung 11 straight wins, including Friday’s 59-53 win over Seneca to claim their 4th straight regional

By Kevin Hieronymus●

Photos: Streator vs. L-P boys basketball in the Class 3A Regional championshp

L-P beat Streator 49-46 to win the Class 3A Regional title on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025 in Sellett Gymnasium at L-P High School. L-P will play in the Class 3A Sectional on Wednesday, March 5, at Washington High School.

By Scott Anderson●