Chautauqua Christian Academy’s Sawyer Lynn shoots his go-ahead 3-pointer in the final minute of overtime to lead the Defenders to a 67-60 win over Faith Christian of West Virginia in the consolation game of the National Christian School basketball tournament. Submitted photo

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio — The Chautauqua Christian Academy had an excellent showing at the National Christian School basketball tournament.

The Defenders finished third in Division 5, losing only to the eventual champions out of Maryland in the quarterfinals.

In the consolation game, the Defenders, who had a respectable season, definitely saved their best for last, defeating Faith Christian from West Virginia 67-60 in a come-from-behind overtime win.

Down by five points with a minute left in regulation, CCA scored on baskets by Marcus Ryan and Sawyer Lynn to send the game into OT. In overtime, the Defenders kept the momentum going. It was back and forth until the final minute when Lynn drained a corner trey to put the Defenders up for good.

Lynn finished with 19 points, including three 3-pointers. For the game, CCA was led by junior Marcus Ryan, who finished with 34 points on just 22 shots, which included five 3-pointers. Hunter Edwards had 10 rebounds and Kayden Peterson continued a season of outstanding defense. Ryan and Lynn were named to the All-Tournament team.