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Alcoa battles Westview in TSSAA Class AA state quarterfinals

Alcoa's Destiny Haworth (23) looks to pass during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018.
Alcoa's Destiny Haworth (23) looks to pass during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018.
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Alcoa head coach David Baumann yells to the court during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018.
Alcoa head coach David Baumann yells to the court during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018.
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Westview's Deja Graves is guarded by Alcoa's Riley Hicks during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
Westview's Deja Graves is guarded by Alcoa's Riley Hicks during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
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Alcoa's Riley Hicks (3) dribbles towards the basket during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018.
Alcoa's Riley Hicks (3) dribbles towards the basket during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018.
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A Westview cheerleader cheers for her team during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018.
A Westview cheerleader cheers for her team during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018.
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An Alcoa player warms up during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018.
An Alcoa player warms up during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018.
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Westview's Zanasha Gadlen (10) and Alcoa's Madison McClurg (12) fight for the ball during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
Westview's Zanasha Gadlen (10) and Alcoa's Madison McClurg (12) fight for the ball during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
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An officials prepares to blow his whistle during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018.
An officials prepares to blow his whistle during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018.
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Westview's Deja Graves grabs a high pass and later makes the shot during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals against Alcoa, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
Westview's Deja Graves grabs a high pass and later makes the shot during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals against Alcoa, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
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Alcoa's Madison McClurg (12) dives for the ball during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018.
Alcoa's Madison McClurg (12) dives for the ball during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018.
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Westview's Deja Graves (55) blocks Alcoa's Riley Hicks' (3) shot during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018.
Westview's Deja Graves (55) blocks Alcoa's Riley Hicks' (3) shot during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018.
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Alcoa's McKenzie Wilburn (14) dribbles the ball during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
Alcoa's McKenzie Wilburn (14) dribbles the ball during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
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An Alcoa fan watches the game during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
An Alcoa fan watches the game during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
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Alcoa's McKenzie Wilburn (14) falls to the ground during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
Alcoa's McKenzie Wilburn (14) falls to the ground during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
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Westview's Raegan Johnson (50) and Alcoa's Katie Bean (35) watch for the rebound during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
Westview's Raegan Johnson (50) and Alcoa's Katie Bean (35) watch for the rebound during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
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Westview's Tasia Jones is comforted by members of her team after attempting to re-enter the game after an injury during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
Westview's Tasia Jones is comforted by members of her team after attempting to re-enter the game after an injury during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
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Westview fan Diana Navarrete cheers on the Lady Chargers during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals against Alcoa, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
Westview fan Diana Navarrete cheers on the Lady Chargers during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals against Alcoa, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
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Alcoa's Madison McClurg (12) looks to pass while defended by Westview's Alexis Callins (15) during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
Alcoa's Madison McClurg (12) looks to pass while defended by Westview's Alexis Callins (15) during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
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Westview's Zanasha Gadlen takes a dribble as Alcoa's Madison Mcclurg guards her during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
Westview's Zanasha Gadlen takes a dribble as Alcoa's Madison Mcclurg guards her during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
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Alcoa cheerleaders react to the game during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
Alcoa cheerleaders react to the game during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
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Westview's Zanasha Gadlen dribbles around Alcoa's Madison Mcclurg during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
Westview's Zanasha Gadlen dribbles around Alcoa's Madison Mcclurg during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
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Westview's Tiara Yancey pulls up for a three pointer during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals against Alcoa, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
Westview's Tiara Yancey pulls up for a three pointer during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals against Alcoa, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
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Eddy Espy reads the sports section of The Tennessean during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018.
Eddy Espy reads the sports section of The Tennessean during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018.
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Alcoa's Riley Hicks (3) takes a shot during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
Alcoa's Riley Hicks (3) takes a shot during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
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Westview's Deja Graves (55) celebrates a win after a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
Westview's Deja Graves (55) celebrates a win after a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
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Alcoa's Riley Hicks (3) fights for the ball against Westview's Alexis Callins (15) during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
Alcoa's Riley Hicks (3) fights for the ball against Westview's Alexis Callins (15) during a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
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Alcoa's Riley Hicks (3) charges down the court during the final seconds of a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
Alcoa's Riley Hicks (3) charges down the court during the final seconds of a Div. I-AA state quarterfinal girls basketball game between Alcoa and Westview at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Westview defeated Alcoa 41-36.
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Westview's Deja Graves greets fans after the Lady Chargers' win over Alcoa, during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
Westview's Deja Graves greets fans after the Lady Chargers' win over Alcoa, during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
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Westview's Deja Graves helped the Lady Chargers to a victory over Alcoa during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
Westview's Deja Graves helped the Lady Chargers to a victory over Alcoa during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
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Westview's Tasia Jones coaches her team from the sideline after having to be out due to injury during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
Westview's Tasia Jones coaches her team from the sideline after having to be out due to injury during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
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Westview's Zanasha Gadlen dribbles around an Alcoa defender during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
Westview's Zanasha Gadlen dribbles around an Alcoa defender during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
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Westview's Alex Callins is trapped by Alcoa's Destiny Haworth and Alcoa's Madison Mcclurg during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
Westview's Alex Callins is trapped by Alcoa's Destiny Haworth and Alcoa's Madison Mcclurg during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
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Westview fan Clay Cantrell celebrates after a Westview-made basket during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals against Alcoa, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
Westview fan Clay Cantrell celebrates after a Westview-made basket during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals against Alcoa, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
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Westview's Tasia Jones receives a hug from Westview's Zanasha Gadlen at the conclusion of the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals against Alcoa, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
Westview's Tasia Jones receives a hug from Westview's Zanasha Gadlen at the conclusion of the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals against Alcoa, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
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Westview's Deja Graves prepares to lay the ball up during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals against Alcoa, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
Westview's Deja Graves prepares to lay the ball up during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals against Alcoa, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
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Westview's Deja Graves takes one dribble before laying the ball up as Alcoa's Katie Bean and Alcoa's McKenzie Wilburn attempt to guard her during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
Westview's Deja Graves takes one dribble before laying the ball up as Alcoa's Katie Bean and Alcoa's McKenzie Wilburn attempt to guard her during the 2018 Class AA quarterfinals, Thursday, March 8, in Murfreesboro.
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