Second-half run propels NU boys over Benjamin Logan

North Union varsity boys basketball team rallies in the second half to defeat visiting Benjamin Logan

Jan. 27, 2026 at 3:07pm

The North Union varsity boys basketball team and Benjamin Logan were tied at 26 at halftime, but North Union pulled away in the second half to secure the victory. The two coaches agreed that the key point of the game was North Union's second-half run that allowed them to pull ahead.

Why it matters

This was an important Central Buckeye Conference matchup between two local high school basketball teams. The outcome impacts the conference standings and playoff positioning for both teams as they continue their seasons.

The details

North Union and Benjamin Logan were deadlocked at 26 points apiece at the halftime break. However, North Union was able to pull away in the second half, outscoring their opponents to secure the victory. The two head coaches, Austin Terrill of North Union and Scott Vermillion of Benjamin Logan, both agreed that North Union's second-half run was the key moment that decided the game.

  • The game was played on Friday evening.

The players

Austin Terrill

The head coach of the North Union varsity boys basketball team.

Scott Vermillion

The head coach of the Benjamin Logan varsity boys basketball team.

Wyatt Arver

A player for the North Union varsity boys basketball team.

Maddox Vermillion

A player for the Benjamin Logan varsity boys basketball team.

Clayton Jenkins

A player for the Benjamin Logan varsity boys basketball team.

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The takeaway

This game showcased the competitiveness of the Central Buckeye Conference, with two evenly matched teams battling it out. North Union's ability to pull away in the second half proved to be the difference, highlighting their resilience and coaching adjustments.