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MASCOUTAH — Marion sophomore Makhi House scored in just about every way imaginable on his way to a career high 40 points helping the Wildcats roll past regional host Mascoutah 81-55 and into the championship game.

Cam Curry added 18 points to go with 13 rebounds and 6 assists while Sam Adkins chipped in 14 in the Wildcats’ highest scoring game of the season.

Marion improves to 17-11. The Wildcats will face top-seeded East St. Louis in the title game Friday night at 7:00. Ben Greenberger will have the call on 95.1 Steve FM. Pregame will start at 6:45.