Game MPSSAA Class 3A Boys Basketball State of round Round 3

South River (19-7) used a dominant 26-9 second quarter to pull away from Colonel Zadok Magruder 67-50 and capture the MPSSAA Boys 3A State Championship Monday at Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena. Jonah Hall dropped 24 points while Jaden McDuffie — the Anne Arundel County Athlete of the Year, added 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 steals. The Seahawks outscored Magruder 15-1 at the free throw line. See more pics from the game here: www.instagram.com/picsbydouv/p/DWAQBjujs09/

South River controlled the game from the very beginning and never let their foot off the gas. The Seahawks came out with confidence and immediately found their rhythm on offense, moving the ball well and creating open shots. Each possession seemed to build their momentum even more, and the energy on the court continued to grow as the game went on. Whether it was fast breaks, sharp passing, or knocking down shots from the outside, South River looked comfortable and in control the entire night. The Seahawks’ offense stayed consistent throughout all four quarters. They didn’t slow down after building a lead—instead, they kept pushing the pace and attacking the basket. Their teamwork was on full display, with players finding each other for good looks and taking advantage of scoring opportunities whenever they appeared. Every time Magruder tried to settle in defensively, South River responded with another big play, keeping the pressure high and the crowd energized. On the other hand, Magruder had a difficult time getting anything going offensively. From the start of the game, shots just weren’t falling, and it became clear that they were struggling to find their rhythm. Open looks didn’t convert, and contested shots made it even tougher to put points on the board. As the game progressed, the frustration began to show as Magruder continued searching for answers but couldn’t break through South River’s momentum. The difference between the two teams became more noticeable with each quarter. While South River stayed composed, confident, and aggressive on offense, Magruder continued to battle but couldn’t catch a break. Missed opportunities and cold shooting made it difficult for them to close the gap, allowing the Seahawks to stay comfortably ahead. By the final buzzer, South River’s relentless offense and consistent play told the whole story. The Seahawks never let their momentum fade and proved why they were the stronger team that night, delivering a dominant performance from start to finish while Magruder struggled to keep up.