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Centralia gained a double-digit lead in the second quarter on Saturday and never lost it.
The Panthers defeated North Callaway 59-43 in the boys Class 3 District 7 championship game at South Callaway in Mokane to win their first district title since 2004. Five Panthers (18-10) had at least seven points, including Anthony Ford with his 15 points and nine rebounds, and 21 points come from the bench. Ethan Ross, Anthony Young and Luke Waltemate each finished with eight points, and Quin Eckler had seven points. Jake Blevins led North Callaway (18-11) with 13 points, Dalton Brewer followed with eight points, Austin Brown had seven points, and Brodee Biggers had six points and five rebounds. Centralia won the season series 2-1.
Centralia plays Dixon (24-4) in sectionals at 6 p.m. Tuesday in Linn.
Look for the full stories in the Wednesday, March 4, 2026, edition of the Mexico Ledger.
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