Quincy Notre Dame Beats Rochester In Sectional Championship

Raiders advance to 2A Carbondale supersectional after 72-64 victory

Mar. 7, 2026 at 10:14am

Quincy Notre Dame defeated Rochester 72-64 to win the 2A Pleasant Plains sectional championship on Friday night. Jace Allensworth scored 20 points, Gavin Doellman added 19, and Robbie Reed contributed 16 points including a big dunk in the third quarter. The Raiders will now advance to the 2A Carbondale supersectional on Monday at 7 pm.

Why it matters

This victory marks an important milestone for the Quincy Notre Dame basketball program, as they continue their postseason run towards a potential state championship. The sectional title is a significant achievement that showcases the team's talent and determination.

The details

In a fast-paced and high-scoring affair, Quincy Notre Dame was able to pull away from Rochester in the second half to secure the 72-64 win. Key contributions from Allensworth, Doellman, and Reed proved to be the difference, as the Raiders displayed a balanced offensive attack throughout the game.

  • The sectional championship game took place on Friday, March 6, 2026.
  • Quincy Notre Dame will advance to the 2A Carbondale supersectional on Monday, March 10, 2026 at 7 pm.

The players

Jace Allensworth

A key player for Quincy Notre Dame, scoring 20 points in the sectional championship game.

Gavin Doellman

Contributed 19 points to Quincy Notre Dame's victory over Rochester.

Robbie Reed

Scored 16 points for Quincy Notre Dame, including a big dunk in the third quarter.

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What’s next

Quincy Notre Dame will face the winner of the other 2A supersectional matchup in the Carbondale supersectional on Monday, March 10, 2026 at 7 pm.

The takeaway

Quincy Notre Dame's sectional championship victory showcases the team's talent and determination as they continue their postseason run. The Raiders' balanced offensive attack and key contributions from players like Allensworth, Doellman, and Reed have propelled them to the supersectional round, where they will look to take the next step towards a potential state championship.