We've Got The County Covered
We've Got The County Covered
Chinook Wrestlers excelled at Divisionals. Grace Buck, Linley Conrad, and Julian Powell earned 1st place finishes. Bailey Billmayer and Hayden Berreth earned 3rd; Sam Sanders and Owen Davies finished 4th; Keagen, Griffen and Fletcher earned 7th place, and Wyatt got 8th. 10 student athletes will compete at the State tournament this weekend in Billings.
Chinook Wrestlers excelled at Divisionals. Grace Buck, Linley Conrad, and Julian Powell earned 1st place finishes. Bailey Billmayer and Hayden Berreth earned 3rd; Sam Sanders and Owen Davies finished 4th; Keagen, Griffen and Fletcher earned 7th place, and Wyatt got 8th. 10 student athletes will compete at the State tournament this weekend in Billings.
Local teams lit up the courts and mats with performances that ranged from record-breaking scoring surges to gritty, hard-fought battles. Fans witnessed standout displays in both boys and girls basketball, and an electrifying showing in wrestling that promises even more excitement at the upcoming state finals.
The weekend kicked off with a bang on Thursday. In a high-octane boys matchup, the Rocky Boy Stars unleashed a scoring clinic against the Thunderbirds. The Stars dominated from tip-off, cruising to a 93-53 victory. Although Hays-Lodgepole boys added a silver lining by posting their season-high 53 points! In a matchup that saw every possession count, the Lady Thunderbirds fell 31-51 against Rocky Boy. Despite the tough outcomes, both squads showcased flashes of potential, underscoring their resolve.
The action continued into Friday, with the hardwood serving as the stage for both girls' and boys' basketball battles. In a nail-biter, Fairfield girls edged out the Sugarbeeters 37-31 in a game defined by tight defense and clutch shooting. The Tornadoes roared to a 53-39 win over Box Elder, showcasing their trademark fast-paced offense. Fairfield boys found success on the court, defeating the Sugarbeeters 59-40 in a game where precision and teamwork were the order of the day. The Turner boys proved their mettle, overwhelming Box Elder with an 89-60 win.
Saturday delivered further surprises and emphatic wins! Beeter boys bounced back with a commanding 56-37 victory over Cut Bank, a game that saw their balanced attack and solid defense create a convincing margin. Tornado boys continued their impressive run, recording a 59-47 triumph over Fort Benton and maintaining their streak of consistency on the hardwood. In a stunning display of offensive firepower, the Lady Beeters lit up the scoreboard with an 82-28 win against Cut Bank, leaving no doubt about their competitive spirit. In a tightly contested duel, Fort Benton edged past the Turner girls 44-37.
Meanwhile on the mats, sparks flew at the Huntley Tournament! Setting the stage for the all-class state finals this coming weekend, the Beeter grapplers delivered performances that left the crowd in awe. "We did great today. The boys are sitting in 4th overall as a team!" said Coach Stroh to BCJ Sports on Friday, reflecting the hard work and determination that carried his team through a fiercely competitive Eastern B class field.
