by Scott Sacry, Sports Editor
Darby 24, Anaconda 57
The Darby boys played in Anaconda on Friday, January 16. Darby had trouble scoring against a tough Anaconda team and lost 24-57. For Darby, Jordan Browning led with 8 points and 3 rebounds. Abe Atkins had 6 points. Leif Nelson had 5 points and 3 assists. Oliver Long had 3 points and 2 assists. Gavin Anderson had 2 points and 5 rebounds.
Darby 8, Anaconda 59
The Darby girls line up for an inbound play during the Tigers game against Deer Lodge on Saturday, January 17. From L to R: Brooklyn Rogers (#22), Austin Hackel (#3), Annabell Bailey (#30), and Hadley Heiland (#5). Darby lost 33-52. Photo by Scott Sacry.
The Darby girls went to Anaconda on Friday, January 16. The Darby girls fought hard, but they fell behind early and couldn’t get back into the game and lost 8-59.
Darby 50, Deer Lodge 53
On Saturday, January 17, the Darby boys hosted Deer Lodge. Darby was in control of the game for the first three quarters, as they led 33-27 at halftime and 43-40 after the third quarter. Then Darby went cold in the fourth and lost to the Wardens 50-53.
For Darby, Leif Nelson had 20 points, 5 steals and 4 rebounds. McCoy Townsend had 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Oliver Long had 9 points and 2 assists. Gavin Anderson had 7 points and 7 rebounds. Jordan Browning has 2 points, 3 assists and 2 steals.
Darby’s Leif Nelson (#3) drives to the basket in Darby’s game against Deer Lodge on Saturday, January 17. Nelson had 20 points as Darby lost 50-53 in a close contest. Photo by Scott Sacry.
Darby 33, Deer Lodge 52
On Saturday, January 17, the Darby girls hosted Deer Lodge. Darby had only six girls available to play, but they showed grit and played tough. Darby trailed 10-19 at halftime and lost 33-52.
Corvallis 65, Stevensville 58
The Corvallis boys went to Stevensville on Friday, January 16 in a match-up of two young improving teams. Corvallis led 17-16 after an even first quarter and 28-23 at halftime. Corvallis extended their lead in the second half and led 60-49 late in the fourth quarter.
Stevensville went on a 8-0 run late in the fourth quarter to get within three points, 57-60, but Corvallis closed the game on a strong note and defeated Stevensville 65-58.
For Stevensville, McCoy Endres had 20 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists. Kaden Wyant had 20 points and 4 assists. Jake Tschida had 11 points and 3 rebounds. Gage Bierer had 7 points and 8 rebounds.
Corvallis 63, Stevensville 30
The Corvallis girls hosted Stevensville on Thursday, January 15. Corvallis led 13-9 after an even first quarter and 29-17 at halftime. Corvallis stretched the lead in the second half and the Blue Devils won 63-30.
For Corvallis, Ella Varner had 15 points, 4 assists, 4 rebounds, and a whopping 13 steals. Lauryn Holmberg had 14 points, 5 rebounds and 5 steals. Kaia Benson had 12 points and 7 rebounds. Ava Loran had 10 points and 9 rebounds. Kate Allen had 8 points and 9 rebounds. Ellie Knapp had 2 points and 2 steals. Briella Epling had 2 points and 2 steals.
For Stevensville, Addie Drye had 18 points, 7 steals and 4 rebounds. Amy Donaldson had 5 points. Kayden Tolley had 2 points and 2 assists. Harley Gilleard had 2 points and 5 rebounds. Josie Randles had 1 point and 7 rebounds. Talyn Bean had 2 points.
Stevensville 28, Frenchtown 70
The Stevensville boys hosted Frenchtown on Saturday, January 17. The Stevi boys had a hard time stopping Frenchtown’s offense and lost 28-80. For Stevensville, McCoy Endres had 7 points and 2 steals. Kaden Wyant had 7 points and 3 assists. Jake Tschida had 6 points. Gage Bierer had 4 points. Taeshawn Luster and Luis Eberhardt each had 2 points and 3 rebounds.
Corvallis 40, Dillon 72
The Corvallis boys hosted Dillon on Saturday, January 17. The Blue Devils couldn’t contain the Beavers as they trailed 12-37 at halftime and lost 40-72.
Corvallis 25, Dillon 61
The Corvallis girls traveled to #4 Dillon on Saturday, January 17. Corvallis got down early and trailed 2-16 after the first quarter. The Blue Devils outscored the Beavers 11-7 in the second quarter and trailed 13-23 at halftime. But Dillon was too much in the second half and Corvallis lost 25-61.
For Corvallis, Kate Allen had 9 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 steals. Ava Loran had 9 points. Lauryn Holmberg had 6 points and 4 steals. Ella Varner had 1 point and 5 rebounds.
Florence 68, Deer Lodge 16
The Florence girls are 8-1 on the season and ranked #4 in the latest 406mtsports.com poll. Florence’s only loss was to #1 Baker. Besides the Baker game, Florence has been rolling through the competition. Florence will face a real test this week as they play their nemesis and #2 ranked Missoula Loyola in Florence on Saturday, January 24.
The Florence girls went to Deer Lodge on Friday, January 16 to wrangle with the Wardens. Florence jumped out to a 38-8 halftime lead and “mercy ruled” their way to a 68-16 victory.
For Florence, Ali Meinhold led the scoring with 14 points, Kendyl Meinhold had 12, Maggie Schneiter had 10, Madigan Hurlbert had 9, Shelby Crocker and Taylor Pyette each had 6, Jaden Fisher and Emory Ralston each had 5, and Alex Nelson added 1.
Florence 74, Deer Lodge 62
The Florence boys went to Deer Lodge on Friday, January 16. Florence trailed 13-18 after the first quarter, and 34-35 at halftime. Then Florence took control in the third quarter, outscoring Deer Lodge 23-9 to lead 57-44 going into the final quarter where Florence kept their advantage and won 74-62.
For Florence, Brennan Mienhold led the scoring with 18 points, Brody Duchien scored 17, Koa Laasch had 12, Bridger Alexander had 9, Wes Potter had 8, Donnie Brooks had 6, and Levi Winters added 1.
Florence 72, Arlee 62
The Florence boys hosted Arlee on Saturday, January 17. Florence played a strong game and defeated Arlee, then ranked #8, 72-62.
For Florence, Brody Duchien had a big game and led the Falcons with 25 points. Brennan Mienhold had 20, Koa Laasch had 11, Donnie Brooks had 7, Levi Winters had 5, and Bridger Alexander and Lorenzo Calderon each added 2.
Florence 65, Arlee 5
The #4 Florence girls hosted Arlee on Saturday, January 17. Florence made quick work of the overmatched Scarlets, as the Falcons led 40-3 at halftime and won 65-5.
For Florence, Ali Meinhold led the onslaught with 16 points. Taylor Pyette had 11, Kendyl Meinhold had 10, Madigan Hurlbert, Jaden Fisher and Emory Ralston each had 6, Shelby Crocker and Maggie Schneiter each had 4, and Alex Nelson added 2.
Hamilton 36, Butte Central 48
The Hamilton boys hosted Butte Central on Saturday, January 17. Hamilton played well against the #3 ranked Maroons but lost 36-48. Hamilton was strong defensively against Butte but struggled with shooting as they only made 14 of their 46 shots (30%).
For Hamilton, Trevyn Bakken had 12 points and 4 rebounds. Cartier Ferguson had 11 points, 8 rebounds and 3 steals. Cash Lockhart had 6 points and 6 rebounds. Taylor Doleac had 3 points and 6 rebounds. Jake McCarthy had 2 points and 5 rebounds. Easton Hollis added 2 points.
Hamilton 35, Butte Central 31
The Hamilton girls hosted Butte Central on Saturday, January 17. Hamilton jumped out to an early 22-10 halftime lead and held on as Butte made a second half comeback. The Broncs held strong and won 35-31.
Victor 35, Lincoln 93
The Victor boys went to Lincoln on Thursday, January 15. Victor struggled against the #4 ranked Lynx and lost 35-93. For Victor, Koen Nuttall led the Pirates with 19 points, Kordel Martin had 9, Colin Lewis had 3, and Hayes Likes and Ben Neider each added 2.
Victor 32, Lincoln 56
The Victor girls went to Lincoln on Thursday, January 15. Victor trailed 18-34 at halftime and lost 32-56. For Victor, Brooklyn Cary led with 13 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 steals. Nichole Bugli had 5 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists. Claira Jordan had 5 points and 5 steals. VeAyla Chavez had 4 points and 3 steals. Whitney Bugli and Asia Parks each had two points, and Lili Buchanan added 1 point.
Victor 35, Troy 88
On Saturday, January 17, the Victor boys went to Troy to tangle with the Trojans. In the boys game Victor fell behind early and couldn’t make a comeback and lost 35-88.
Victor 32, Troy 57
On Saturday, January 17, the Victor girls went to Troy. Victor fell behind 3-23 after the first quarter, then they righted the ship in the second quarter and outscored Troy 10-8, but Victor was unable to make up the difference in the second half and lost 32-57.
For Victor, Asia Parks led with 11 points, Brooklynn Cary had 9, Nichole Bugli had 6, VeAyla Chavez had 3, and Claira Jordan added 2.
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