Iolani claims Kailua Invitational title over Kamehameha


Iolani's Zach Buscher puts up a layup against Kamehameha. Peter Caldwell | SL

Zach Buscher poured in 20 points as Iolani took down ILH rival Kamehameha in the title game of the Kailua Invitational, 62-48.

The Raiders led early 19-9 after the first quarter, but led just 31-27 at halftime, as the Warriors outscored Iolani 18-12 in the second.

Iolani took control in the fourth, using a 20-11 advantage to put the game away. During the final stanza, four Raiders scored at least 4 points during the span, led by Ikaika Phillips' 6.

In the third place game, host team Kailua rallied in overtime to take the victory.