First, there are many opportunities during the game where the game could have been won, not just the final shot. The officials did not take the game or opportunity away. They did make bad calls, good calls and no calls throughout. Bottom line Gallatin 79 WC 76 2OT.
Secondly, there are security cameras in the gym as well as the hallway and was reviewed by TSSAA. He would have been suspended regardless of the handcuffs. The officer did his job. The young man followed the officials as they headed toward their locker room (his locker room was on the other side of the court), they entered their locker room, shut the door, the young man turned around and punched an exit sign damaging school property. The officer witnessed, indentified himself and the young man verbally and physically resisted. The officer then cuffed him. There were an handful of WC fans and players just as erratic with vulger language but did not damage property. Officers spoke to GHS administration and allowed him to leave. If school were in session and at any school, a person would have left in cuffs.
Both administrations and 7 officers were present. How much security should a basketball game need? They did a great job under these circumstances. As adults, we are accountable. The coaches are accountable for the players. Gather your team and shake hands.
Final bottom line:
Both teams work hard and that is evident by the quality head coaches. Both teams lost yesterday and seasons are complete. A new day begins and preparation for a new season starts. Good luck to all.