ALEXANDRIA, Ind. — There was a scar on his right cheek. Above his left eyebrow, there was a bruise. But the most distinguishing feature on senior Jackson Ullom's face following Monroe Central's 54-41 victory over Lapel in the Sectional 40 championship was a wide smile.
For years, Monroe Central has felt like it had a chance to win one of the most competitive sectionals in East Central Indiana. For years, the Golden Bears fell short.
This year, Monroe Central got it done, winning their first Class 2A title and first sectional championship since 2010.
The state of Jackson Ullom's face is a clear indicator why, this year, No.