Early action on the scoreboard pushed Mt. Vernon to the front, and it stayed there to fend off Mansfield 48-46 in an Ohio girls basketball matchup.

The clock were the only thing that stopped the Yellow Jackets, which enjoyed the upper hand in a 28-20 fourth quarter, too.

Mansfield came from behind to grab the advantage 26-20 at half over Mt. Vernon.

The Tygers authored a promising start, taking advantage of the Yellow Jackets 19-12 at the end of the first quarter.

Last season, Mansfield and Mt Vernon faced off on January 28, 2020 at Mount Vernon High School. Click here for a recap

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