VIDEO: East Texas Battle Goes Down to the Wire, Trinity Valley advances

HUTCHINSON, Kansas (TXAN 24) — The NJCAA Final Four clash between Trinity Valley and Panola turned into a thriller as Panola clawed its way back into striking distance in the final minutes.

After trailing for most of the game, Panola ramped up its defensive pressure and found its rhythm offensively, making it a nail-biter down the stretch.

Trinity Valley, which had controlled much of the game, found itself in a fight to the finish as Panola refused to back down.

Key plays on both ends kept the crowd on edge, with momentum shifting back and forth as the clock ticked away.

With a trip to the national championship game on the line, every possession became crucial and Trinity Valley found a way to come out on top.

Here’s a look at the final score:

Panola College: 47

Trinity Valley: 51