Top Performers: Bismarck Century v. Bismarck High

<p>In one of the most highly anticipated rematches of the year in Class A, the Bismarck Century Patriots and Bismarck High Demons did not disappoint. With the final scoring being 85-79 in favor of the Pats, we got to see the stars for both teams shine in a high scoring affair. </p> <p>Bismarck Century</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1111175" first="Isaiah" last="Schafer"]</p> <p>In the rematch against the only team to beat the Patriots this year, [player_tooltip player_id="1111175" first="Isaiah" last="Schafer"] made sure history wouldn’t repeat itself. In the win the sophomore guard had 22 points, 4 rebounds, 5 assists, 4 steals, and finished with a +/- of +16. Isaiah was also very efficient shooting 69% from the field and 57% from beyond the arc. With this game being that of vengeful, the young Patriot came to play when it mattered most.  </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1050245" first="Ryan" last="Erikson"]</p> <p>Its been no secret all year that junior [player_tooltip player_id="1050245" first="Ryan" last="Erikson"] is a force to be reckoned with, and this game was no different. In the win the Patriot big man had 18 points on just ten shot attempts, 13 rebounds, 4 assists, and a block. He also built a home at the stripe, going 6/9. I believe that Ryan’s play is pivotal as we move forward with this season, and that he will have no problem leading the Patriots deep into March. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1050255" first="William" last="Ware"]</p> <p>Junior forward [player_tooltip player_id="1050255" first="William" last="Ware"] has been solid all season for the Patriots, and this game was no different. Against the Demons Ware put up 12 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, and he took a charge. As sort of a spark for this Century team William knows how to get a crowd on their feet, and I have a feeling he won’t stop doing that anytime soon. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1048689" first="Anthony" last="Doppler"]</p> <p>Another great junior for the Century Patriots, [player_tooltip player_id="1048689" first="Anthony" last="Doppler"], also made an impact in the win over Bismarck High. In the game Doppler had 10 points on 50% shooting, 3 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 steals, and a block. A really solid performance all around from one of Century’s best players this season. </p> <p>Honorable Mention</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="812232" first="Connor" last="Trahan"] - 11pts/2reb/1a</p> <p>Bismarck High</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1046352" first="Treysen" last="Eaglestaff"]</p> <p>After having an absolutely monster game in their first meeting, Demon guard [player_tooltip player_id="1046352" first="Treysen" last="Eaglestaff"] didn’t disappoint in the rematch. Against Century the second time around the senior had 26 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists, and 5 made shots from the arc. This kid is a top two player in the state, and his continued dominace will be huge for Bismarck High as they continue on this season. </p> <p>Kyler Scott</p> <p>Another senior that showed up for the Demons was Kyler Scott. The forward contributed 20 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists, and hit 4 shots from the arc. Not to mention that Kyler was an efficient 47% from the field, not bad for playing a tough Patriots defense. </p> <p>Honorable Mention</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1135881" first="Ethan" last="Stotz"] - 8pts/3reb/2stls</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1167964" first="Carter" last="Henke"] - 8pts/3stls</p>