The ball went off the backboard and in, giving Hillcrest a thrilling 57-55 Blue and Gold Tournament ... the Hillcrest gym getting shots in at 5:30 a.m. every morning before school.

Hagewood felt destined to win Blue and Gold Tournament MVP by the end of his great high school career. He's been so good at the Blue and Gold for so long, so it's fitting that he's going out on top.

The field is set for the 2024 Blue and Gold Tournament ... Public Schools two-school rotation. Hillcrest joins Kickapoo in the field this season. More: Pink and White high school girls' basketball ...