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Proctor Today
By the People, for the People
Duluth Marshall girls basketball rallies to defeat Proctor
Chloe Johnson leads Hilltoppers comeback in final minutes
Apr. 17, 2026 at 12:43pm
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Duluth Marshall's dramatic comeback victory over rival Proctor showcases the team's resilience and determination on the hardwood.Proctor TodayIn a rematch of last year's Section 7AA semifinal, Duluth Marshall trailed Proctor by 8 points with just 8 minutes remaining. But the Hilltoppers rallied behind a strong performance from senior Chloe Johnson to overcome the deficit and defeat the Rails.
Why it matters
This win avenges Marshall's upset loss to Proctor in last year's playoffs, and keeps the Hilltoppers on track for another deep postseason run. The rivalry between these two local teams is always intense, making this a significant victory for Marshall.
The details
Down 8 points with 8 minutes left, Chloe Johnson took over the game for Duluth Marshall. She scored 10 of her team's final 18 points, including a go-ahead 3-pointer in the closing minutes, to lead the Hilltoppers to a come-from-behind victory over their Section 7AA rival Proctor.
- With 8 minutes remaining, Duluth Marshall trailed Proctor by 8 points.
- Chloe Johnson scored 10 of Marshall's final 18 points to lead the comeback.
The players
Chloe Johnson
A senior leader for the Duluth Marshall girls basketball team, who scored a game-high 22 points to power the Hilltoppers' comeback win over Proctor.
Duluth Marshall
The high school girls basketball team from Duluth, Minnesota that rallied from an 8-point deficit in the final minutes to defeat their rival Proctor.
Proctor
The high school girls basketball team from Proctor, Minnesota that led Duluth Marshall by 8 points late but was unable to hold on for the victory.
What they’re saying
“We knew we couldn't let this one slip away again. Chloe really put the team on her back down the stretch.”
— Jada Rancourt, Duluth Marshall head coach
What’s next
Duluth Marshall will look to build on this comeback win as they advance deeper into the Section 7AA playoffs, where they hope to avenge last year's semifinal loss and make a run at the state tournament.
The takeaway
This thrilling comeback victory over a rival shows the resilience and leadership of the Duluth Marshall girls basketball team, led by senior Chloe Johnson. The Hilltoppers proved they can overcome adversity and make the plays needed to win close games against tough opponents.
