Home Sports PIAA Class 1A: ECC powers past Johnsonburg, 50-44, in comeback, earns D9 title

ECC's Chase Simbeck goes up for a basket during Saturday's Class 1A title game at PennWest Clarion's Tippin Gym. The Crusaders outscored the Johnsonburg Rams 50-44 to be named 1A Champions. ECC faces Monesson on March 6.

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March 2, 2026

PIAA Class 1A: ECC powers past Johnsonburg, 50-44, in comeback, earns D9 title

By Jo Wankel

j.wankel@bradfordera.com

CLARION - Johnsonburg seemed to be in control in the first half, holding a 12-4 advantage at the end...

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