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Lynden erases halftime deficit, beats Lakewood to reach district title game

Stapleton's 23 points, defensive effort helps Lions push past Cougars, 62-53

Feb. 9, 2024 10:45 p.m.

Lynden senior guard Anthony Canales pumps his fist as the clock expires Friday, Feb. 9 during the Lions' 62-53 win over Lakewood in the 2A District 1 semifinals at Mount Vernon High School. — Lynden senior guard Anthony Canales pumps his fist as the clock expires Friday, Feb. 9 during the Lions' 62-53 win over Lakewood in the 2A District 1 semifinals at Mount Vernon High School. (Finn Wendt/Cascadia Daily News)

Lynden junior forward Jack Stapleton puts up a shot. — Lynden junior forward Jack Stapleton puts up a shot. (Finn Wendt/Cascadia Daily News)

Lynden senior guard Anthony Canales twists toward the rim. — Lynden senior guard Anthony Canales twists toward the rim. (Finn Wendt/Cascadia Daily News)

Lynden senior post Ty Holleman grabs for a rebound. — Lynden senior post Ty Holleman grabs for a rebound. (Finn Wendt/Cascadia Daily News)

Lynden's student section wiggles their fingers during a free throw. — Lynden's student section wiggles their fingers during a free throw. (Finn Wendt/Cascadia Daily News)

By Connor J. Benintendi Sports Editor

MOUNT VERNON — Lynden overcame a 13-point halftime deficit behind a suffocating second-half defens

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