West Point’s varsity boys crafted a big lead early and held off Russellville late, claiming a 59-53 triumph on Tuesday night to collect the Class 5A, Area 15 Tournament title — the program’s first such crown since the 2014-15 season.

The Warriors (21-7) led 29-12 at halftime, but the Golden Tigers didn’t go quietly.

Russellville chipped away at that deficit over the final 16 minutes, eventually drawing to within a single point (54-53) in the waning moments.

But the home team got no closer.

Jaxon Shelton sank a free throw and West Point came up with a pair of crucial defensive stops which led to outlet buckets that sealed the victory.

“I’m just proud of the guys,” Warriors  coach Mason Voce said. “We dealt with some adversity, but we didn’t flinch. Great effort tonight … and we stayed together. Winning the first area title in 10 years is special.”

See capsules from Tuesday’s games below.

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Varsity Boys

Class 1A — Area 14 Tournament

Meek 55, Addison 43

 

Class 4A — Area 13 Tournament

West Morgan 67, Good Hope 51

Tucker Malin: 23 points

Gavin Pace: 8 points

Kye McSwain: 8 points

 

Class 5A — Area 15 Tournament

Jaxon Shelton: 19 points

Cade Welborn: 13 points

Jay Lamar: 11 points

Brier Taylor: 11 points

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Varsity Girls

Class 6A — Area 13 Tournament

Mortimer Jordan 71, Cullman 36

Molly Wilson: 13 points

Rachel Hoffman: 7 points