Northwest Huskies topple Buffs in state tourney match
Northwest dominated the Buffs with height and quickness, winning 67.4 percent shooting and a balanced attack led by Darren Jackson and JaMichael Morgan. Buffs guard Garret Doll led with 14 points as Garden City’s late run kept it close. Northwest advances as top seed and remains on course for a title.
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Eagles advance to semis with defense and hustle
Hugoton moves into Friday’s 3 pm semifinal against Nemaha Central after a 44 24 victory over Riley County. Hu goton’s Kay Hopkinson grabbed 17 rebounds and 18 points leader Heger led with 18 as Scott and Rawlins added key defense and blocks in a tight first half and dominant second half effort.
Hugoton Dominates Riley County In 3A Quarterfinal Thriller
Fifth seed Nemaha Central aims for title as Hugoton remains undefeated at 24-0 while Riley County falters 44-24. Crubel tops Riley, finishing with 12 points and three steals as Hugoton edges ahead with 6-21 three point shooting and 36 rebounds led by Hoskinson's 17.
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Hugoton Girls Rout Riley County 44 24 In State Semis Bid
Hugoton dominated Riley County with 16 offensive rebounds and 24 more shot attempts, as Callie Hoskinson contributed 17 rebounds eight assists three steals and five points while Scott and Melissa Fabela fueled a halftime gap. Hugoton advances to face Humbolt or Nehama Central Friday at 3 15 for the 3A state semifinal.
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Longhorns cruise past Vikings to reach state semifinal
Holcomb led by Conner VanCleave 17 points and 10 rebounds as the Longhorns built a first half lead and dominated Smoky Valley. Treys from Trey Gilbert and Carter Blackburn helped push the margin while Smoky Valley lacked a double figure scorer. Holcomb faces Hayden in the semifinals after Hayden beat Rock Creek.
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KU's Jackson suspended for Big 12 tourney opener
Kansas freshman guard Josh Jackson will miss the Jayhawks Big 12 tournament opener after a one game suspension for a February 2 traffic incident on campus. He told coach Bill Self Monday. Jackson faced three traffic violations and is due in Lawrence Municipal Court March 27.
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