Chesapeake broke on top and refused to fold in holding off Ironton Rock Hill 64-56 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup.

The Panthers’ kept the advantage through the final quarter with a 12-8 scoring edge over the Redmen.

Chesapeake broke in front at the beginning of the fourth quarter with a 52-48 lead over Ironton Rock Hill.

The start wasn’t the problem for Ironton Rock Hill, who began with a 23-22 edge over Chesapeake through the end of the first quarter.

Last season, Chesapeake and Ironton Rock Hill squared up on January 17, 2020 at Ironton Rock Hill High School last season. For more, click here.

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