Games Leading into February
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Before we reach February (where on Earth did January go?), a handful of games finished off January with a bang. Conference schedules are being played at the moment with many teams scratching and biting their way to the top, or…
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Continue ReadingBefore we reach February (where on Earth did January go?), a handful of games finished off January with a bang. Conference schedules are being played at the moment with many teams scratching and biting their way to the top, or simply attempting to make sure that they appear at their district tournament. As all of this is occurring, a number of players from across the state are beginning to prove themselves as true contenders and are competing for the rank of “Best Player in the State.” No matter the size of the school or the magnitude of the game, great basketball is being played anywhere and everywhere in the 208. Continue reading for a rundown of a couple of recent games from the great state of Idaho.
Meridian vs. Centennial: As much as it hurts me to report on this game, the Meridian Warriors rolled over the Centennial Patriots in a rather dominant display. Meridian was able to secure a 34-point victory over the Patriots as Centennial was missing a few key players due to Covid-19 protocols and Meridian played a great game on both ends of the floor. The Warriors held Centennial to just 40 points even though the Patriots made a small run at the end during garbage time. Joe Mpoyo Joe Mpoyo 6'4" | SG Meridian | 2021 State ID put on an impressive shooting display on the way to scoring 26 points for the Warriors which was also complimented by 15 points and 9 rebounds from Brody Rowbury Brody Rowbury 6'11" | C Meridian | 2021 State ID . The Warriors will look to continue their undefeated run through conference play in the upcoming weeks.
McCall-Donnelly vs. Homedale: In a great matchup of Snake River Valley Conference foes, Homedale and McCall-Donnelly put up an impressive display of tough basketball. M-D was able to beat Homedale by 10 points as they closed out the game with some free throws and defensive stops. However, Homedale fought hard throughout the contest and they nearly made a run at the end to push themselves past M-D. Homedale was led by a 15 point performance from Jaxon Dines Jaxon Dines 5'10" | PG Homedale | 2023 State ID as well as 10 points from Mason Strong.