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Roland Griffin leads West Aurora romp over Metea

By Beacon-News

Roland Griffin and West Aurora wrapped two quarters of brilliance around one quarter of ragged Saturday.

When on, the Blackhawks can be something to behold.

Griffin put up 22 points and 11 rebounds in his return to the starting lineup, and the host Blackhawks ran away from Metea Valley in the third quarter for a resounding 75-54 Upstate Eight Valley win.

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