Massillon Tigers win opening tip, hit 3-pointer in OHSAA state semifinal

The Massillon boys basketball team got off to a strong start in the Division II state semifinal game.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 5:20pm

The Massillon Tigers won the opening tip against Lima Senior and immediately hit a 3-pointer on their first possession to open the OHSAA Division II state semifinal game.

Why it matters

Winning the opening tip and scoring quickly can set the tone for the rest of the game, giving the Massillon Tigers momentum and confidence as they compete in the high-stakes state semifinal matchup.

The details

The Massillon Tigers were able to win the opening tip-off against their opponent Lima Senior, and they capitalized on that possession by quickly draining a 3-pointer to take an early lead in the OHSAA Division II state semifinal game.

  • The opening tip-off occurred at the start of the OHSAA Division II state semifinal game.

The players

Massillon Tigers

The boys basketball team from Massillon, Ohio that is competing in the OHSAA Division II state semifinal game.

Lima Senior

The opponent of the Massillon Tigers in the OHSAA Division II state semifinal game.

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What’s next

The Massillon Tigers will look to build on their strong start as they continue competing in the OHSAA Division II state semifinal game against Lima Senior.

The takeaway

Winning the opening tip and scoring quickly can provide a significant boost of momentum for a team competing in a high-stakes state tournament game like the OHSAA Division II semifinal.