Wilson-Magnet does not play in the same sectional bracket, but many local fans like to stick around and watch the big boys play.
Wilson had a very good chance to be there, but will not be because a player was over the age limit to play high school basketball. His name was not released by the school, but a thread on Section 5 Talksback claims the player is Thomas Bell, a senior guard.
“Our responsibility is to respond to any accusations that are made and do some research,” AD Carlos Cotto, told Jeff Diveronica of the Democrat & Chronicle. “I acted on (a question about the student’s age) and we did what we had to do as soon as we found out. It’s a disappointment, but we have a responsibility to honor the rules that govern the athletic program.”
Wilson was the No. 2 seed in the Class AA1 bracket - behind Rush-Henrietta - with a record of 10-3. They had to forfeit all 10 wins, but are now 1-13 because they beat Greece Odyssey. This should make that bracket interesting, for those of us that enjoy following all of Section 5.
Wilson is a great squad that might end up as a lower-middle seed and cruise to the finals where there is a good chance Rush-Henrietta will be waiting.
