Earle pulls away late to defeat Clarendon for Class 1A boys state championship

Earle’s Ta’Ron Hurst slams the ball home in the closing seconds of the 1A state title game in Hot Springs. (Justin Manning Photo)

Earle closed the game on a decisive run in the final minutes Friday to defeat Clarendon 70-58 and capture the Arkansas Class 1A boys state championship at BankOZK Arena.