Grant Coleman proved why he’s one of the best players in the Apollo Conference.

The senior forward poured in 30 points, including 10 in the fourth period, helping Mahomet-Seymour post a 71-67 victory at home Tuesday night over Effingham.

The game was close throughout.

The Bulldogs led 18-13 after eight minutes, but the Hearts battled back to tie the game, 32-32, at halftime. Mahomet-Seymour held a slim two-point edge, 53-51, entering the fourth quarter.

Jacob Stoneburner scored all 10 of his points in the final eight minutes, but the Bulldogs went 6-for-6 from the foul line down the stretch to escape with the win.

Effingham had three other players reach double figures as well. Nate Thompson led the scoring attack with 21 points, while Drew Thompson scored 18 and Parker Wolfe added 14.

The Bulldogs improved to 7-6 overall and remained unbeaten in conference play at 3-0.

The Hearts dipped to 9-6 for the season and 2-2 in the Apollo. EHS will play at home Friday night, facing conference foe Mt. Zion. The Hearts will then play Saturday in the St. Anthony Shootout. They will face Casey-Westfield at 3:30 p.m.

The Hearts won the junior varsity game 52-35. They outscored Mahomet-Seymour 27-13 in the second half. Brayden Pals scored 23 points.