Phelps sophomore Riley Brocksman dribbles through the full-court Wausau Newman press in the WIAA Division 5 Sectional semifinal game last Thursday night at the Antigo field house. Newman won the game 48-30. —STAFF PHOTOS

Phelps struggled in the first half and Newman jumped out to an early 13-4 lead after the first quarter.

By halftime, Newman held a solid 32-13 lead.

“Their full-court press was impressive and it has earned them their fourth trip in row to the State tournament,”