PERHAM WENT UP AGAINST GOODHUE IN A CLASS AA BOYS’ STATE QUARTERFINAL BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

Perham and Goodhue went up against each other in a boys’ basketball quarterfinal game. The game was played at Target Center.

Perham looked to move the ball down the floor and take time off the 35-second shot clock.

Perham guard Isaiah Farrell was all over the floor. On the offensive end, he came up with mid-

range jump shots and layups.

Perham struggled with shooting the ball early. Even though they struggled early, they looked to get the

ball into Farrell’s hands.

Perham called a timeout with 11:18 left in the first half. The score was Goodhue 16, Perham 5.

Goodhue made layups in transition. They were able to get the ball into the hands of
Michael Roschen, Alex Loss and Luke Roschen. They were all able to come up with mid-range jump
shots and layups.

Perham’s Sam Dale came up with layups and jump shots on the offensive end.

Perham went to a zone defense. They looked to spread Goodhue out and make them take late shots in the shot clock.

Both teams took a lot of time off the 35-second shot clock.

Farell kept on calling for the ball and he was able to make jump shots and layups on the
offensive end.

Goodhue knew where everyone was on the floor, and they were able to communicate with each other
and were able to make shots throughout the first half.

Perham called a timeout with 3:09 left in the first half. The score was Goodhue 29, Perham 14.

Both teams took a lot of time off the shot clock late in the first half. They kept on attacking the
basket, however.

At halftime, the score was Goodhue 36, Perham 18.

Goodhue aimed to pass the ball to Michael, Luke Roschen and Alex Loss. All three of them
were able to make shots on the offensive end. They were also able to get the ball into their
teammates’ hands.

Even though Perham struggled shooting the ball throughout the first half, they kept attacking the
basket in the second half.

Perham called a timeout with 14:28 left in regulation. The score was Goodhue 44, Perham 25.

Perham continued to struggle shooting the ball in the second half.

Goodhue took a lot of time off the clock by swinging the ball around the 3-point line. They
looked for their shots with about 10 seconds left on the shot clock.

Goodhue continued to make their shots throughout the second half.

Perham called a timeout with 11:47 left in regulation. The score was Goodhue 52, Perham 25.

Both teams played hard throughout the game. Even though Perham struggled shooting the ball,
they didn’t give up on either end of the floor.

Perham couldn’t get their offense going throughout the game. They played hard throughout the
game.

Goodhue came away with the 70-49 victory over Perham.

The leading scorers for Perham were Farrell and Thiel, both with 10 points. The leading scorers
for Goodhue were Loss with 20 and Roschen with 17 points.

ALEXANDRIA WENT UP AGAINST MAPLE GROVE IN A CLASS AAAA BOYS’ BASKETBALL STATE QUARTERFINAL GAME

Alexandria and Maple Grove went up against each other in a Class AAAA state boys’ basketball quarterfinal game.

Maple Grove looked to push the tempo of the game early. It took both teams a while to get used to playing on the bigger NBA floor.

Alexandria’s Gavin Roderick and Talan Witt both came up with mid-range jump shots and layups early.
It took a while for each team to figure out the other team. Maple Grove attacked the basket and scored in transition. They used a lot of time off the 35-second shot clock.

There were many ties and multiple lead changes early on. Neither team went on a large run early.

Alexandria used a man-to-man defense, and they looked to put pressure on Maple Grove.

Talan Witt kept on coming up with mid-range jump shots and layups throughout the first half.

Maple Grove called a timeout with 8:24 left in the first half. The score was Maple Grove 24, Alexandria 20.

Maple Grove’s Max Iverson and Henry Kuntson both came up with mid-range jump shots and layups in the first half.

The game remained close late in the first half. Both teams attacked the basket and looked for their shots.

Kuntson stepped up and knocked down deep 3-point shots. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it.

Alexandria called a timeout with 4:16 left in the first half. The score was Maple Grove 34, Alexandria 28.

Both teams went after the ball and looked for their shots in their offense. The pace of the game slowed down late in the first half. Both teams were able to make shots that they were put up.

Both teams played hard throughout the first half. The score at halftime was Maple Grove 40, Alexandria 34.

As the second half got underway, Alexandria came out firing and looking to attack the basket.

Iverson kept on coming up with mid-range jump shots and layups in the second half. He kept Maple Grove in the game.

Alexandria called a timeout with 14:41 left in regulation. The score was Maple Grove 50, Alexandria 39.

Maple Grove came up with baskets early in the second half. They were able to make shots that they took.

Maple Grove was patient on the offensive end. They got everyone involved in the offense. Iverson was all over the floor. On the offensive end, he was able to make mid-range jump shots and layups.

Alexandria called a timeout with 10:52 left in regulation. The score was Maple Grove 58, Alexandria 46.

Maple Grove used a zone defense to spread Alexandria out. Alexandria struggled to score in the second half. Even though they struggled to shoot, they kept attacking the basket.

Both teams played hard, but Alexandria couldn’t make shots down the stretch. Even though they struggled shooting the ball down the stretch, they didn’t give up.

Maple Grove called a timeout with 7:42 left in regulation. The score was Maple Grove 67, Alexandria 53.

Both teams left it all on the floor. Maple Grove was quicker than Alexandria. Alexandria continued to look for their shots late in the game, but that wasn’t enough.

Maple Grove called a timeout with 5:49 left in regulation. The score was Maple Grove 68, Alexandria 57.

Maple Grove kept attacking the basket late in the game.

Maple Grove called a timeout with 3:58 left in regulation. The score was Maple Grove 72, Alexandria 59.

Both teams dove on the floor late in the game after loose balls.

Maple Grove’s Baboucarr Ann was all over the floor. He was able to get his teammates the ball where they could shoot, and he also stepped up late, knocking down mid-range jump shots and layups.

Maple Grove came away with the 82-65 victory over Alexandria. The leading scorers for Alexandria were Talan Witt with 24 and Mason Witt with 17. The leading scorer for Maple Grove was Iverson with 41 points.

APPLE VALLEY WENT UP AGAINST WAYZATA IN A BOYS’ CLASS AAAA QUARTERFINAL BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

Apple Valley and Wayzata went up against each other in a boys’ basketball Class AAAA

quarterfinal state boys’ basketball game. The game was played at the Target Center.

Wayzata started the game out in a man-to-man defense. They were pushing the ball down the

floor and scoring layups in transition.

Apple Valley did a good job of moving the ball down the floor and looking for their shots. Even

though it took them a while to find their shooting rhythm, they kept on attacking the basket.

Apple Valley swung the ball around the 3-point line as they looked for their shots.

Wayzata took the ball strong to the basket. Wayzata looked to get the ball into the hands of

Christian Wiggins and Xavy Ivey both looked to make mid-range jump shots and layups. If they

didn’t think that they had good shots, they were not afraid to pass the ball to their teammates.

Apple Valley called a timeout with 13:35 left in the first half. The score was Wayzata 16, Apple

Valley 3.

Apple Valley’s Giovani Horton came up with mid-range jump shots and 3-point shots mid-way

through the first half. His teammates knew where he was on the floor and were able to get him

the ball in spots where he could shoot it.

Apple Valley applied pressure to Wayzata on the defensive end, and it bothered Wayzata.

Wayzata kept on attacking the basket throughout the first half.

Apple Valley looked like it was going to push the ball down the floor and score baskets in transition.

They were also able to slow it down and get into their offense. After a slow start, Apple Valley

found its shooting rhythm with just under 10:00 left to go in the first half.

Wayzata called a timeout with 7:42 left in the first half. The score was Apple Valley 23, Wayzata

22.

Both teams battled throughout the first half.

Apple Valley kept the defensive pressure on Wayzata late in the first half. There were multiple

ties and lead changes throughout the first half.

Apple Valley used the shot clock to their advantage as they looked to pass the ball around the 3-

point line and got into their offense.

Both teams scored baskets in transition.

Apple Valley wasn’t afraid to take the ball strong to the basket; they did a good job of attacking

the Wayzata defense.

Wayzata looked to take time off the shot clock late in the first half by swinging the ball around

the 3-point line.

At halftime, the score was Wayzata 37, Apple Valley 31.

As the second half got underway, Wiggins kept on coming up with mid-range jump shots and

layups. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it.

Apple Valley kept the defensive pressure on Wayzata to start the second half.

Apple Valley’s Ryan Christiansen stepped up and knocked down 3-point shots in the second half.

His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it.

Horton kept on coming up with steals and layups on the offensive end.

The score went back and forth with just under 12:00 to go on the clock. There were multiple ties

and lead changes midway through the second half.

Apple Valley’s Trey Parker stepped up and knocked down 3-point shots. He was able to drive to

the basket and make layups in the paint. On the defensive end, he was able to slow down the guy

that he was guarding.

Apple Valley called a timeout with 8:14 left in regulation. The score was Wayzata 57, Apple

Valley 55.

The score remained close throughout the second half.

Horton got hot late in the second half. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where

he could shoot it.

Apple Valley called a timeout with 5:09 left in regulation. The score was tied at 62.

Both teams played hard throughout the game.

Parker stepped up and knocked down deep 3-point shots, which kept his team in the game.

Apple Valley stepped up its defensive pressure down the stretch.

Both teams played well throughout the game.

Apple Valley called a timeout with 1:08 left in regulation. The score was Apple Valley 72,

Wayzata 68.

The game remained close near the end of the game.

Wayzata called a timeout with 55.6 seconds left in regulation. The score was Apple Valley 72,

Apple Valley 70.

Both teams battled throughout the game. Neither team gave up an uncontested shot late in the

game.

Wayzata called a timeout with 27.5 seconds left in regulation. The score was tied at 73.

Christien came up with a layup with 4.4 seconds left and that gave Apple Valley a 2-point lead.

Wayzata called a timeout right after that layup.

Apple Valley came away with a 75-73 victory over Wayzata.

The leading scorers for Wayzata were Wiggins with 27 points, Ivey with 16 points and Anderson

with 13 points. The leading scorers for Apple Valley were Parker with 17 points, Horton with 15

points and Young with 14 points.

CHASKA WENT UP AGAINST LAKEVILLE SOUTH IN A BOYS’ CLASS AAAA STATE QUARTERFINAL BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

Chaska and Lakeville South went up against each other in the Class AAAA State boys’ basketball state quarterfinal game. The game was played at the Target Center.

Chaska started the game out in a zone defense. Lakeville South had to take a lot of time off the 35-second shot clock.

It took both teams awhile to get into a shooting rhythm. Each team took their time on the offensive end.

Chaska passed the ball around the 3-point line, getting everyone involved in the offense. They did a good job talking to each other on both ends of the floor.

Neither team shot the ball well to start the game. Both teams got up and down the floor.

Chaska’s Marquis Connell came up with mid-range jump shots and layups in the first half. If he didn’t think that he had a good shot, he would pass it off to one of his teammates. Teammate Tyler Forrest also came up with mid-range jump shots and layups in the first half.

Lakeville South called a timeout with 9:45 left in the first half. The score was Chaska 15, Lakeville South 3.

Even though Lakeville South struggled to shoot the ball early, they kept attacking the basket and looking for their shots.

Lakeville South struggled initially but began connecting on their shots with just under eight minutes remaining in the first half.

The score remand close late in the first half. Both teams dove on the floor after loose balls and went after rebounds on both ends of the floor.

Lakeville South’s Gavin Stuart stepped up and knocked down mid-range jump shots and layups in the first half. He was able to keep his team in the game.

Both teams started out slow offensively, but they shot the ball well late in the first half. At halftime the score was Chaska 32, Lakeville South 26.

Chaska’s Chase Maetzold came up with mid-range jump shots and layups. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it.

Maetzold also stepped up and made deep 3-point shots early in the second half. On the defensive end he was able to slow down the guy he was guarding.

Chaska got everyone involved in the offense. They passed the ball around to each other and communicated well with each other on both ends of the floor.

Lakeville South played a zone defense in the second half. That made Chaska take a lot of time off the 35-second shot clock.

Lakeville South’s Nolen Greene stepped up and made deep 3-point shots. He also knew if he didn’t think that he had a good look at the basket he wasn’t afraid to pass it to one of his teammates.

The score remained close throughout the second half. Neither team went on a big run in the second half.

Chaska called a timeout with 10:58 left in regulation. The score was Chaska 47, Lakeville South 43.

Both teams played hard throughout the game. After a slow start from both teams both teams looked to get into a shooting rhythm.

Lakeville South called a timeout with 8:11 left in regulation. The score was Chaska 56, Lakeville South 43.

Forrest came up with deep 3-point shots late in the game to keep Chaska in the game.

Both teams played hard, neither team gave up open looks at the basket. There were many loose balls and jump balls in the second half.

Lakeville South called a timeout with 5:51 left in regulation. The score was Chaska 61, Lakeville South 48.

Chaska used their quickness to get past the Lakeville South defense.

Lakeville South continued to push the ball down the floor and looked for layups in transition.

Maetzold continued to come up with shots late in the game. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it.

Chaska called a timeout with 2:29 left in regulation. The score was Chaska 67, Lakeville South 49.

Both teams played hard throughout the game. Neither team gave up an easy shot. Chaska pulled away midway through the second half.

Chaska came away with the 71-53 victory over Lakeville South. The leading scorers for Lakeville South were Stuart with 16 and Green with 13 points. The leading scorers for Chaska were Maetzold with 19 points and Forrest with 15.

BLAINE WENT UP AGAINST TARTAN IN THE BOYS CLASS AAAA STATE QUARTERFINAL BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

On March 24, 2026, Blaine and Tartan went up against each other in a class AAAA state quarterfinal boys’ basketball game at the Target Center. Going into the game, Blaine had a record of 22-6, while Tartan had an overall record of 29-0. Both schools brought out their fans.

As the game got underway both teams looked like set the tempo early. Blaine started the game in a zone defense. That made Tartan pass the ball around the 3-point line and take time off the 35-second shot clock.

It took both teams awhile to get into a shooting rhythm.

Tartan’s Duke King looked to shoot mid-range jump shots and layups. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it.

Blaine looked to apply presser to Tartan as soon as they crossed the ball court line.

After a slow start by both teams Tartan was able to come up with shots on the offensive end.

Both teams dove on the floor after loose balls. There were multiple jump balls early.

Tartan’s Duke King came up with mid-range jump shots and layups. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it.

Blaine called a timeout with 12:36 left in the first half. The score was Tartan 13, Blaine 4.

Tartan looked to push the ball down the floor and make layups in transition. They were able to get past the Blaine defense.

The Blaine offense got going midway through the first half. Even though they struggled shooting the ball early they kept on shooting the ball and looking for their shots.

Blaine moved the ball effectively on offense. On both offense and defense, they communicated effectively as a team.

Tartan’s Kevin KJ Wilson JR stepped up and knocked down 3-point shots and as also able to make layups on the offensive end. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it.

Tartan called a timeout with 5:46 left in the first half. The score was Tartan 26, Blaine 13.

Tartan did a good job of making baskets in transition. They got down the floor quickly and were able to get their shots off.

Blaine called a timeout with 3:12 left in the first half. The score was Tartan 33. Blaine 13.

Both teams continued to push the ball down the floor and look for their shots.

At halftime the score was Tartan 34 Blaine 17.

As the second half got underway both teams continued to push the ball down the floor and looked for their shots.

Tartan continued to get everyone involved in the offense.

Tartan called a timeout with 14:42 left in regulation. The score was Tartan 39, Blaine 22.

Tartan used their quickness to get to the basket as they were able to come up with shots throughout the second half.

Tartan called a timeout with 11:34 left in regulation. The score was Tartan 49, Blaine 30.

Both teams played hard throughout the game. Tartan used their quickness to get past the Blaine defense. Blaine had a difficult time shooting the ball throughout the game. Even though they struggled with shooting, they kept on fighting and didn’t give up.

Tartan’s Wilson and Terryl Pride kept their team in the lead as they stepped up and were able to knock down shots.

Blaine called a timeout with 3:38 left in regulation. The score was Tartan 62, Blaine 38.

Both teams put their reserves in with just over a minute to go in regulation.

Tartan didn’t back down to Blaine’s pressure as they were able to get the 72-44 victory over Blaine.

The leading scorers for Tartan were Pride with 17 points and Wilson with 16 points. The leading scorers for Blaine were Semans, Olson, Gemta, and Clark each with 8 points.

BOTH UNIVERSITY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA HOCKEY COACHES HAVE BEEN RELEAVED OF THEIR DUTIES

According to multiple Twin Cities media reports, the University of Minnesota women’s and men’s hockey coaches have been relieved of their duties, effective as of March 19, 2026.

Brad Frost, the women’s hockey coach, has been coaching at the University of Minnesota since the 2001 season. He took over as the head coach in the 2007 season.

Bob Motzko has also been let go by the University of Minnesota. Motzko took over as head coach during the 2001 season.

Both hockey programs will be looking for new hockey coaches.

HOPKINS WENT UP AGAINST DELASALLE IN A BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

On Feb. 24, Hopkins and DeLaSalle squared off in a boys’ basketball game. The gym was packed as fans turned out to watch these two teams play. Going into the game, Hopkins had an overall record of 17-7 while DeLaSalle’s overall record was 22-2.

Both teams looked like they were pushing the ball down the floor. DeLaSalle started the game out in a man-to-man defense. They looked like they spread the Hopkins defense out.

It took a while for each team to get into a scoring rhythm. Hopkins did a good job of getting everyone involved in the offense.

DeLaSalle called a timeout with 15:02 left in the first half. The score was Hopkins 7, DeLaSalle 0.

Hopkins looked like they were looking to score baskets in transition. They got defensive rebounds, raced down the floor and looked to get layups.

DeLaSalle’s Kamar Thomas came up with mid-range jump shots and layups. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it. If he didn’t think that he had an open look at the basket, he wouldn’t have been afraid to pass it to his teammates.

Thomas kept on coming up with shots that kept DeLaSalle in the game. After a slow start by DeLaSalle, they started to find their shooting rhythm with under 12:00 left in the first half.

There were multiple ties and lead changes midway through the first half.

DeLaSalle looked to score baskets in transition. They were able to make layups in transition midway through the first half.

DeLaSalle’s Evan Miller came up with mid-range jump shots and layups in the first half.

Hopkins' Tre Moore and Xavier Frelix both shot the ball well in the first half. Their teammates were able to get the ball in spots where they could shoot it.

Hopkins called a timeout with 5:31 left in the first half. The score was Hopkins 29, DeLaSalle 25.

Both teams continued to push the ball down the floor and looked to score baskets in transition.

Both teams raced up and down the floor late in the first half. The score remained close late in the first half.

At halftime, the score was Hopkins 42, DeLaSalle 39.

As the second half got underway, both teams continued to push the ball down the floor. Hopkins looked to get the ball into the hands of Moore and Frelix.

There were multiple ties and lead changes early in the second half.

Both teams fought hard throughout the second half. Neither team went on a run late in the second half.

Hopkins was able to apply defensive pressure and that made it difficult for DeLaSalle to come up with baskets.

DeLaSalle's Deon Wallace-Johnson came up with mid-range jump shots and layups in the second half. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it.

The game was very close throughout the second half. Both teams played hard throughout the second half.

Hopkins called a timeout with 11:10 left in regulation. The score was Hopkins 56, DeLaSalle 55.

Both teams kept the intensity up in the second half. Neither team gave up open looks at the basket.

Hopkins Jaden Moore came up with mid-range jump shots and layups in the second half. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it.

Both teams got sloppy with the ball on both ends of the floor with under 7:00 left in regulation. Both teams dove on the floor after loose balls

DeLaSalle called a timeout with 6:06 left in regulation. The score was Hopkins 69, DeLaSalle 68.

Hopkins Anthony Burg came up with mid-range jump shots and layups late in the second half. He was also able to step up and knock down free throws.

Neither team went on a run in the game. The score remained close throughout the game.

Hopkins came up with baskets late in the game. They were able to slow down the DeLaSalle offense late in the game.

In a hard-fought game by each team, Hopkins came away with the 89-79 victory over DeLaSalle.

BROOKLYN CENTER WENT UP AGAINST RICHFIELD IN A BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

On Jan. 13, Brooklyn Center and Richfield went up against each other in a boys’ basketball game. Going into the game, Brooklyn Center had a record of 1-7 while Richfield had a record of 12-0.

Both teams looked to push the ball down the floor and get into their offense early.

Brooklyn Center looked to get everyone involved in the offense. They took a lot of time off the 35-second clock by swinging the ball around the 3-point line.

Richfield looked to push the ball down the floor and looked to score baskets in transition. Richfield’s Adin Inda came up with mid-range jump shots and layups. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it. If Inda didn’t think that he had a good shot, he wouldn’t be afraid to pass it to one of his teammates.

Brooklyn Center struggled to shoot the ball midway through the first half. Even though they struggled shooting the ball, they kept on attacking the basket throughout the first half.

Brooklyn Center called a timeout with 13:15 left in the first half. The score was Richfield 17, Brooklyn Center 4.

Richfield looked to make layups in transition and on fast breaks. Richfield’s Tryce Haglar came up with layups. On the defensive end, he was able to slow down the guy that he was guarding.

Brooklyn Center turned the ball over on its offensive end. Richfield capitalized on it, turning them into points on the offensive end.

Brooklyn Center went to a zone defense. That made Richfield take a lot of time off the 35-second clock as Richfield passed the ball around the 3-point line, looking for their shot around the 10-second mark.

Inda stepped up and knocked down deep 3-pointers. That kept Richfield in the game.

Brooklyn Center’s guard Davion Hall was all over the floor. On the offensive end he was able to come up with mid-range jump shots and layups. He actively communicated and made his presence known on both offense and defense.

Richfield’s Nathanial Clifford came up with 3-point shots in the first half. Teammate Dre Collins also stepped up big late and knocked down shots in the half.

Brooklyn Center called a timeout with 2:53 left in the first half. The score was Richfield 55, Brooklyn Center 20.

Both teams kept attacking the glass late in the first half. The pace slowed late in the first half, as each team looked to get their teammates the ball.

Richfield called a timeout with 1:02 left in the first half. The score was Richfield 57, Brooklyn Center 24.

Both teams maintained defensive pressure as the clock wound down in the first half.

At halftime, the score was Richfield 61, Brooklyn Center 26.

As the second half got underway, Richfield’s Inda, Horne, Hagler, and Ben Heidgerken all came up with baskets. The Brooklyn Center defense struggled to slow them down.

Richfield continued to push the ball down the floor and get everyone involved in the offense. They were a lot quicker than Brooklyn Center.

Richfield called a timeout with 13:45 left in regulation. The score was Richfield 70. Brooklyn Center 36.

Both teams continued to play hard throughout the second half.

Richfield didn’t back down. They kept on attacking the basket and looking for their shots throughout the second half.

Brooklyn Center turned the ball over, and Richfield was able to make layups off the turnovers.

Brooklyn Center called a timeout with 5:16 left in regulation. The score was Richfield 88, Brooklyn Center 50.

Brooklyn Center wasn’t afraid to keep shooting the ball as they struggled shooting throughout the night.

Richfield called a timeout with 4:33 left in regulation. The score was Richfield 88, Brooklyn Center 50.

Richfield put their bench in after the timeout. It was a chance for some of the younger players to get some varsity experience.

The game remained competitive for just the first five minutes, after which Richfield secured an 88-60 win over Brooklyn Center.

The leading scorers for Brooklyn Center were Alexander with 21 points and Hall with 11 points.

The leading scorers for Richfield were Inda with 36 points, Horne with 15 points and Collins with 14 points.

BLOOMINGTON KENNEDY WENT UP AGAINST RICHFIELD IN A BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

On Jan. 8, Bloomington Kennedy and Richfield went up against each other in a boys’ basketball game. Going into the game, Kennedy had a record of 6-6. Richfield came into the game with a record of 10-0.

Both teams looked like they could push the ball down the floor and score in transition.

 
Richfield started the game out in a zone defense. Kennedy started the game out in a man-to-man defense.

Richfield’s Waleed Muhammad came up with mid-range jump shots and layups early in game. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it. Teammate Adin Inda also came up with layups.

Kennedy looked to score baskets in transition. They looked to push the ball down the floor and take quick shots.

Kennedy struggled shooting the ball mid-way through the first half.

Richfield’s Dre Collins and Waleed Muhammad continued to come up with mid-range jump shots and layups throughout the

Kennedy called a timeout with 11:38 left in the first half. The score was Richfield 17, Kennedy 4.

Kennedy continued to push the ball down the floor and looked to get everyone involved in the offense.

Richfield looked to trap Kennedy as they brought the ball down the floor. Richfield looked to create turnovers off the traps.

Kennedy’s Musunguindji Mwenenentanda and teammate Khalil Wertz Copeland came up with shots in the first half.

Kennedy called a timeout with 5:03 left in the first half; the score was Richfield 34, Kennedy 6.

The pace of the game slowed down late in the first half. Richfield used a lot of time off the 35-second shot clock as they swung the ball around the 3-point line.

Kennedy’s Judah Mitchell came up with mid-range jump shots and layups late in the first half. Mitchell was able to get past his defenders and get good looks at the basket. On the defensive end, he was able to slow down the guy he was guarding.

At halftime, the score was Richfield 44, Kennedy 21.

As the second half got underway, both teams continued to look to push the ball down the floor and get baskets in transition.

Richfield called a timeout with 15:45 left in regulation. The score was Richfield 44, Kennedy 25.

Richfield picked up the defensive pressure in the second half. They were able to slow down the Kennedy offense in the second half.

Collins recorded several steals and executed layups during the second half. He was very vocal on both ends of the floor.

Kennedy called a timeout with 11:47 left in regulation; the score was Richfield 57, Kennedy 30.

Kennedy looked to claw their way back in the game midway through the second half. They didn’t quit and attacked the basket throughout the second half.

Richfield called a timeout with 9:33 left in regulation. The score was Richfield 66, Kennedy 35.

Richfield’s Gideon Horn came with mid-range jump shots and layups in the second half. He called for the ball in the paint.

Kennedy called a timeout with 6:29 left in regulation. The score was Richfield 76, Kennedy 39.

Both teams played hard throughout the game. Kennedy struggled with shooting the ball throughout the game. Even though they struggled to shoot the ball, they didn’t give up and kept attacking the basket. Richfield used their quickness to get the ball down the floor quickly.

Richfield came away with the 83-50 victory over Kennedy. The leading scorers for Kennedy were Mwenenentanda with 20 points and Mitchell with 19 points. The leading scorers for Richfield were Collins with 18 points and Hagler with 17 points.

LAKEVILLE SOUTH WENT UP AGAINST PRIOR LAKE IN A BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

On Jan. 6, Lakeville South and Prior Lake went up against each other in a boys’ basketball game. Going into the game, Lakeville South had a record of 7-1 while Prior Lake had a record of 5-4.

As the game got underway, both teams tried to figure each other out early. They each started to set the tempo of the game early.

Lakeville South pushed the ball down the floor and got everyone involved in the offense. They were able to take time off the 35-second shot clock by swinging the ball around the 3-point line.

Prior Lake also pushed the ball down the floor, getting everyone involved in the offense. Prior Lake’s Kobby Sam-Brew came up with mid-range jump shots and layups. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it. If he didn’t think that he had an open look at the basket, he wasn’t afraid to pass it to one of his teammates.

Prior Lake’s Max DuBoe came up with mid-range jump shots and layups. He got past the defenders and reached the basket.

Lakeville South took a timeout with 13:36 left in the first half. The score was Prior Lake 15, Lakeville South 7.

Prior Lake went to a zone defense. That made Lakeville South pass the ball around the 3-point line and take time off the 35-second shot clock.

Prior Lake looked like they were going to trap Lakeville South, but Lakeville South came up with steals in the first half. Prior Lake was able to get layups on the offensive end.

Lakeville South had difficulty scoring midway through the first half. Even though they struggled shooting the ball, they kept on attacking the basket.

Prior Lake’s Drew Brinkman came up with layups as he was able to come off cuts and get to the basket in the paint. His teammates knew where he was on the floor and could get him the ball in position to shoot.

Lakeville South called a timeout with 7:43 left in the first half. The score was Prior Lake 26, Lakeville South 14.

Prior Lake’s Colten Gunderson came up with layups. He called for the ball in the paint and took the ball strong to the basket. He was able to get past his defenders. Teammate Ian Wang came up with layups and jump shots late in the first half.

Sam-Brew came up with clutch baskets late in the first half. He also came up with some big stops on the defensive end.

At halftime, the score was Prior Lake 53, Lakeville South 19.

As the second half got underway, Prior Lake kept on attacking the basket. They looked to get the ball into the hands of Gunderson. Gunderson kept on coming up with mid-range jump shots and layups throughout the second half.

Lakeville South’s Collin Johnson came up with mid-range jump shots and layups in the second half. Even though Lakeville's shots were not falling, they didn’t get down on themselves.

Lakeville South kept on swinging the ball around the 3-point line. They were able to get everyone involved in the offense.

Lakeville South called a timeout with 9:07 left in regulation. The score was Prior Lake 73, Lakeville South 31.

Prior Lake was too much for Lakeville South. Lakeville South struggled with shooting the ball throughout the game. Lakeville South didn’t give up, however, as they played tough throughout the whole game.

In a game that Prior Lake led for the entire game, they came away with the 79-40 victory over Lakeville South. The leading scorer for Lakeville South was Greene with 10 points, and the leading scorer for Prior Lake was Gunderson with 21.

HOLY ANGELS AND BLOOMINGTON KENNEDY WENT UP AGAINST EACH OTHER IN A BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

On Dec. 16, Holy Angels and Bloomington Kennedy went up against each other in a boys’ basketball game.

As the game got underway, Holy Angels looked like they used full-court pressure, making it difficult for Kennedy to bring the ball down the floor.

Kennedy pushed the ball down the floor as they looked to score layups in transition. Kennedy’s Kahlil Copeland looked like he could take mid-range jump shots and layups. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it. If he didn’t think that he had a good shot, he would pass it to one of his teammates.

Holy Angels' Peter Koening came up with deep 3-point shots. He did a good job of calling for the ball in spots where he knew where he could shoot it.

Holy Angels called a timeout with 13:49 left in the first half. The score was Holy Angels 12, Kennedy 6.
Kennedy struggled shooting the ball for a period in the first half. Even though they struggled shooting, they took the ball strongly to the basket.

Kennedy’s D’Andre Moffitt looked to make mid-range jump shots and layups in the first half. 

Kennedy called a timeout with 11:25 left in the first half. The score was Holy Angels 18, Kennedy 10.

Holy Angels did a good job of moving the ball around the 3-point line and taking time off the 35-second shot clock.

Kennedy struggled to shoot the ball midway through the first half. Even though they struggled, they kept on attacking the basket and looking for their shots.

Kennedy applied pressure and made it difficult for Holy Angels to get an open look at the basket.

Kennedy called a timeout with 7:29 left in the first half. The score was Holy Angels 24, Kennedy 13.

Both teams continued to push the ball down the floor and looked to score baskets in transition. Neither team gave up an uncontested shot.

Holy Angels kept the defensive pressure on Kennedy late in the first half. They didn’t let them get an open look at the basket.

Holy Angels' Blake Nixon made shots and knocked down free throws. He was not afraid to take the ball strongly to the basket. He wasn’t afraid to shoot from behind the 3-point line.

Holy Angels' Arjun Jain also came up with deep 3-point shots late in the first half.

At halftime, the score was Holy Angels 41, Kennedy 27.

As the second half got underway, Holy Angels continued to push the ball down the floor and looked to score baskets in transition.

Holy Angels called a timeout with 17:16 left in regulation. The score was Holy Angels 41, Kennedy 29.

Kennedy’s Musungindji Mwenentanda came up with mid-range jump shots and layups in the second half.

Kennedy called a timeout with 15:32 left in regulation. The score was Holy Angels 45, Kennedy 31.

Kennedy went to a full-court press midway through the second half. They wanted to slow down the Holy Angels' offense.

Mitchell came up with steals and turned them into layups on the offensive end. He did a good job of communicating with his teammates.

Kennedy called a timeout with 8:59 left in regulation. The score was Holy Angels 61, Kennedy 39.

Both teams dove on the floor late in the game.

Winston kept on coming up with mid-range jump shots and layups late in the game.

Both teams played hard throughout the game. Holy Angels used their quickness to get past the Kennedy defense. Even though Kennedy struggled to shoot the ball throughout the game, they kept on attacking the basket.

In a hard-fought game, Holy Angels came away with the 82-49 victory over Kennedy.

The leading scores for Holy Angels were Nixon with 23 points and DePoint with 19 points. The leading scorers for Kennedy were Mwenentanda with 18 points and Mitchell with 15 points.

COLUMBIA HEIGHTS AND HOLY ANGELS WENT UP AGAINST EACH OTHER IN A BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

On Dec. 11, Columbia Heights and Holy Angels went up against each other in a basketball game.

Columbia Heights looked to push the ball down the floor and looked to score baskets in

transition.


Holy Angels started the game out in a zone defense. That made Columbia Heights swing the ball

around the 3-point line and take a lot of time off the 35-second shot clock.


Holy Angels was very vocal on both ends of the floor. They communicated well with each other.

Holy Angels guard Blake Nixson knew where his teammates were on the floor. He was able to

get the ball into his teammates' hands.


Columbia Heights put on a full-court press as they looked to force a turnover. The defensive

pressure that Columbia Heights didn’t seem to bother Holy Angels.


Holy Angels called a timeout with 14:39 left in the first half. The score was Holy Angels 5,

Columbia Heights 4.


Both teams were very vocal throughout the first half. Both teams applied defensive pressure once the other team crossed the half-court line.


Holy Angels ran a motion offense, using picks and rolls to move the ball. They were

always looking for the shot after they came off the pick-and-roll.


Holy Angels Arjun Jain came up with mid-range jump shots and layups throughout the first half.


If Jain didn’t think that he had a good shot, he wasn’t afraid to pass it to one of his teammates.

Holy Angels Jake Winston came up with layups. He took the ball strong to the basket.

Columbia Heights Jayvion Gardner and Judah Caine both came up with mid-range jump shots

and layups.

Both teams dove on the floor after loose balls and went after rebounds on both ends of the floor.

Neither team gave up a non-contested shot.

Columbia Heights called a timeout with 7:54 left in the first half. The score was Columbia

Heights 22, Holy Angels 14.

Jain knocked down key 3-point shots late in the game that kept Holy Angels in it. He was able to

knock down free throws.

Columbia Heights was able to come up with steals on the defensive end and turn them into

layups on the offensive end.

Holy Angels kept attacking the basket late in the first half. They were able to make their shots

late in the half.

Columbia Heights Nico Luitjens Weatherspoon came up with steals and layups. He didn’t let the

defensive pressure bother him as he took the ball to the basket.

At halftime the score was Columbia Heights 37, Holy Angels 31.

As the second half got underway, both teams came out with a lot of energy. Holy Angels looked

like they wanted to set the tempo of the second half early. They continued to look to get the ball

into the hands of Jain. Izaak DePoint came up with mid-range jump shots and layups for Holy

Angels as well.

Holy Angels called a timeout with 15:09 left in regulation. The score was Columbia Heights 42,

Holy Angels 38.

Holy Angels kept up the defensive pressure throughout the second half.

Holy Angels called a timeout with 11:53 left in regulation. The score was Columbia Heights 50,

Holy Angels 44.

Nixon stepped up and knocked down 3-point shots and mid-range jump shots in the second half.

Holy Angels got hot midway through the second half, with just under 11:00 let to go in the

second half they tied the score at 50. There were multiple ties and lead changes after that.

Gardner got hot from behind the 3-point line and he stepped up and knocked down 3-point shots.

His teammates did a good job of getting him the ball where he could shoot it.

The game remained close, down the stretch.

Columbia Heights called a timeout with 7:48 left in regulation. The score was Columbia Heights

62, Holy Angels 60.

Nixon was able to dribble past the defenders and get to the basket as he continued to make mid-

range shots and layups.

Holy Angels was able to turn Columbia Heights over and came up with layups off the turnovers.

The score went back and forth with under 5:00 left in regulation.

Weatherspoon and Gardner kept Columbia Heights in the game. They both came up with layups

and jump shots.

Columbia Heights called a timeout with 3:15 left in regulation. The score was Columbia Heights

77, Holy Angels 69.

Holy Angels didn’t give up late in the game. They gave it all throughout the game.

Columbia Heights called a timeout with 1:15 left in regulation. The score was Columbia Heights

77, Holy Angels 74.

As the clock wound down in the final minute Holy Angels kept the pressure on Columbia

Heights. Holy Angels stepped up and made shots within a minute to go.

Holy Angels called a timeout with 27.5 seconds left in regulation. The score was Columbia

Heights 78, Holy Angels 76.


Both teams scrambled for the ball and came up with shots late in the game.

In an overall hard-fought battle by both teams Columbia Heights came away with the 79-76

victory over Holy Angels.

The leading scorers for Holy Angels were Jain with 23 and DePoint with 20 points. The leading

scorers for Columbia Heights were Gardner with 19 points and Caine with 14 points.

WAYZATA WENT UP AGAINST PRIOR LAKE IN A BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

On Dec. 2, Wayzata and Prior Lake squared up against each other in a boys’ basketball game. It was the first game for both teams.

Both teams pushed the ball down the court early. Prior Lake started the game in a man-to-man defense. They talked to each other on both ends of the floor.

Prior Lake took a lot of time off the 35-second shot clock. They passed the ball around the 3-point line, getting everyone involved in the offense.

Prior Lake guard Kolby Thompson got everyone involved in the offense. If Thompson didn’t think that he had an open shot, he would pass it off to his teammates.

Both teams dove on the floor after loose balls. Wayzata put pressure on Prior Lake, which led Prior Lake to make contested shots.

Wayzata’s Christian Wiggins stepped up and knocked down mid-range jump shots and layups. He was able to get to the free-throw line and knock down free throws mid-way through the first half.

After a slow start for Wayzata, they got their offense going midway through the first half.

Wayzata called a timeout with 9:56 left in the first half. The score was Prior Lake 18, Wayzata 12.

Prior Lake applied full-court pressure and tried to slow down the Wayzata guards.

Wayzata’s Xavy Ivey was able to get the ball to his teammates. If he didn’t think that he had a good look at the basket, he always knew where his teammates were on the floor.

Wayzata looked to turn Prior Lake over and come up with layups off the turnovers.

Wayzata’s Nolen Anderson came up with deep 3-point shots and layups in the second half.

The score went back and forth late in the first half. There were multiple ties and lead changes late in the first half.

Prior Lake called a timeout with 5:22 left in the first half. The score was Wayzata 25, Prior Lake 20.

Wiggins and Anderson kept Wayzata in the game throughout the first half. Their teammates did a good job of getting them the ball in spots where they could shoot it.

Prior Lake’s Kolby Sam-Brew came up with mid-range jump shots and layups late in the first half.

Prior Lake was able to come up with steals and layups late in the first half.

Wiggins stepped up and made deep 3-point shots late in the first half.

At halftime, the score was Wayzata 43, Prior Lake 30.

As the second half got underway, Prior Lake continued to push the ball down the court and get Sam-Brew and Woeser Jenpa involved in the offense.

Jenpa made mid-range jump shots and layups throughout the game. He was not afraid to take the ball strongly to the basket. He did a good job talking to his teammates on both ends of the floor.

Olmstead and Wiggins and Samuel Mohs all came up with shots in the second half for Wayzata. They knew where they could make shots.

Wiggins received a technical foul with 14:24 in regulation. That gave him his second personal foul of the game.

Wayzata was able to slow down Prior Lake on the offensive end. Even though Prior Lake had trouble shooting and scoring in the second half, they didn’t give up and kept shooting.

Prior Lake called a timeout with 12:11 left to go in regulation. The score was Wayzata 58, Prior Lake 42.

Both teams dove on the floor after loose balls throughout the second half.

Cole Brinkman came up with deep three-point baskets in the second half.

Wayzata was too much for Prior Lake. Even though Prior Lake struggled shooting the ball throughout the game, they kept on attacking the basket at every chance that they had.

Wayzata called a timeout with 7:47 left in regulation. The score was Wayzata 66, Prior Lake 49.

Neither team gave up and both teams played hard throughout the game. Wayzata used their quickness and was able to get to the basket and come up with baskets throughout the game.

Anderson played hard throughout the game. He stepped up and continued to knock down shots late in the game.

Prior Lake called a timeout with 3:53 left in regulation. The score was Wayzata 73, Prior Lake 59.

Wayzata took time off the clock late in the second half by swinging the ball around the 3-point line. They looked for their shot around the 15-second mark on the shot clock.

Wayzata called a timeout with 2:17 left in regulation. The score was Wayzata 77, Prior Lake 62.

Prior Lake battled throughout the game however, Wayzata came away with the 79-69 victory over Prior Lake.

The leading scorers for Wayzata were Anderson with 27 points and Wiggins with 17 points and Ivey with 14 points. The leading scorers for Prior Lake were Gunderson with 17 points and Sam-Brew with 14 points.

RICHFIELD WENT UP AGAINST MINNEAPOLIS SOUTH IN A BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

On Feb. 27, Richfield and Minneapolis South went up against each other in a boys’ basketball game. Going into the game, Richfield had a record of 20-5, while South’s record was 11-4.

Both teams looked to set the tempo early in the game.

South started the game in a man-to-man defense. They looked to put pressure on Richfield as they brought the ball down the floor.

Richfield started the game in a zone defense; they did not want to give South an open look at the basket.

South called a timeout with 16:10 left in the first half. The score was Richfield 8, South 3.

Both teams looked to score baskets in transition.

South could not get their offense going early. It took them a while to get it going offensively.

Richfield swung the ball around the 3-point line as they looked to take time off the 35-second shot clock. They were able to get everyone involved in the offense. Richfield looked for their shots around the 15-10 seconds left on the shot clock.

Richfield’s Dre Collins came up with mid-range jump shots and layups throughout the first half. South had a tough time defending him.

South’s Anas Mohmed came up with layups. He did a good job of calling for the ball in spots where he knew he could shoot it.

South called a timeout with 10:08 left in the first half. The score was Richfield 26, South 13.

South’s De’Amontre Scott came up with 3-point shots. He was able to come off screens and get good looks at the basket. If Scott didn’t think he could make a good shot, he would pass it to one of his teammates. South did a decent job of communicating with everyone on the floor.

South’s Ramadan Ibrahim came up with 3-point baskets and layups in the first half.

Richfield called a timeout with 6:06 left in the first half. The score was Richfield 40, South 26.

Both teams continued to push the ball down the floor as they looked to score layups in transition.

South looked to trap the guy with the ball out of their zone defense. Richfield made crisp passes and found shooters throughout the first half.

Richfield called a timeout with 2:07 left in the first half. The score was Richfield 48, South 36.

Richfield came out in a full-court press after the timeout. They wanted to disrupt South on the offensive end.

At halftime, the score was Richfield 54, South 40.

As the second half got underway, Richfield looked to get the ball into the hands of Adin Inda, Tyrece Hagler, and Collins.

South continued to move the ball around the 3-point line as they looked for their shots. Even though South struggled shooting the ball they continued to look for their shots.

Richfield was quick in transition. They quickly got past the South defense and drove to the basket.

Ibrahim continued to produce baskets in the second half. His teammates were able to get him the ball where he could make shots.

Richfield continued to use their quickness to get to the basket. South struggled to shoot the ball throughout the game. Even though South struggled shooting, they didn’t give up, and they played hard throughout the game.

South called a timeout with 6:24 left in regulation. The score was Richfield 83, South 65.

South’s Eugene Brown came up with mid-range jump shots and layups late in the game.

Both teams played hard throughout the game. South didn’t give up at all.

Richfield guard CJ Armstrong was injured and remained on the bench to provide support without suiting up for the game.

Richfield came away with the 99-86 victory over South. The leading scorers for South were Eugene Brown with 26 points, Ramadan Ibrahim with 18 points and Jumair Wright with 16 points. The leading scorers for Richfield were Hagler with 35 points, Inda with 28 points, and Collins with 22 points.

ST. PAUL HIGHLAND PARK WENT UP AGAINST BLOOMINGTON KENNEDY IN A BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

On Feb. 25, St. Paul Highland Park and Bloomington Kennedy went up against each other in a boys’ basketball game. Going into the game, Highland Park had a record of 11-13, while Kennedy had a record of 6-18.  

Highland Park looked to push the ball down the floor and set the tempo early.   

Kennedy looked to push the ball down the floor and get his teammates involved in the offense. He moved quickly down the floor and got his teammates the ball in spots where he could shoot it.  

Highland Park also moved quickly down the floor as they looked to get past the Kennedy defense.  

Kennedy’s Lamarrius Starr was all over the floor. He could get to the basket and make mid-range jump shots and layups. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it. Teammate Sonte Lajeunessee-Wood came up with jump shots and layups throughout the first half.  

Highland Park called a timeout with 9:11 left in the first half. The score was Kennedy 31, Highland Park 16.  

Highland Park continued to push the ball down the floor and attack the basket.  

Starr continued attacking the basket and coming up with shots.  

Both teams got after it in the first half. Neither team gave up an uncontested shot.  

At halftime, the score was Kennedy 54, Highland Park 37. 

As the second half got underway, both teams continued to push the ball down the floor.  

Highland Park’s Yared Yohannes came up with mid-range jump shots and layups. His teammates did a good job of getting him the ball in spots where he could shoot it.  

Kennedy’s Malik Johnson came up with big mid-range jump shots and layups in the second half.  

Kennedy used their quickness to get past the Highland Park offense. Everyone got into the offense. They talked on both ends of the floor.  

Kenndey called a timeout with 6:31 left on the clock. The score was Kennedy 69, Highland Park 56. 

Highland Park came up with stops and turned them into layups on the offensive end.  

Kennedy came away with the 81-75 victory over Highland Park. The leading scorer for Highland Park was Yared Yohoness with 27 points. 

The leading scorers for Kennedy were Lajeunesse-Wood with 19, Starr with 15 and Johnson with 14 points.  

FRIDLEY WENT UP AGAINST BLOOMINGTON KENNEDY IN A BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

On Feb. 13, Fridley and Bloomington Kennedy went up against each other in a boys’ basketball game. Going into the game, Fridley had a record of 7-13, while Kennedy came in with a record of 5-15.

Kennedy started the game out in a man-to-man defense. They looked to keep Fridley out of the lane. Kennedy looked to set the tempo of the game early.

Fridley moved the ball down the floor well, and they got everyone involved in the offense. Fridley’s Trenton Woodall Jones came up with mid-range jump shots and layups in the first half. The defense couldn’t control what he was going to do.

Neither team went on a run in the first half, as there were multiple ties and lead changes in the first half.

Fridley played zone defense throughout the first half. That made Kennedy pass the ball around the 3-point line and take time off the 35-second shot clock.

Fridley took a timeout with 7:27 left in the first half. The score was Fridley 21, Kennedy 19.

Neither team went on a run in the first half. There were many ties and lead changes throughout the first half.

Both teams look to push the ball down the floor and score baskets in transition late in the first half.

At halftime, the score was Fridley 36, Kennedy 26.

As the second half got underway, both teams kept attacking the basket. Fridley looked to get the ball into the hands of Jones, who came up with mid-range jump shots and layups.

The University of Minnesota men’s basketball coach, Ben Johnson, came into the gym at halftime to watch the second half of the game.

Kennedy called a timeout with 11:19 on the clock, the score was Fridley 55, Kennedy 42.

Both teams continued to attack the basket late in the game. Fridley used their quickness to get to the basket.

Fridley was too much for Kennedy to handle. In a fast-paced game, Fridley came away with the 82-70 victory over Kennedy.

BLOOMINGTON KENNEDY WENT UP AGAINST RICHFIELD IN A BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

On Feb. 11, Bloomington Kennedy and Richfield went up against each other in a boys' basketball game. Going into the game Kennedy had a record of 5-14 while Richfield’s record was 16-4. The first time these two teams went up against each other Richfield came away with the 91-72 win on Jan. 9.

Richfield looked to push the ball down the floor early. Richfield looked to trap Kennedy as they brought the ball down the floor.

Richfield looked to get everyone involved in the offense as they passed the ball around the 3-point line. They were able to take time off the 35-second shot clock.

Kennedy’s Malik Johnson took the ball strong to the basket as he was able to come up with mid-range jump shots and layups. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it.

Richfield looked to get the ball into the hands of CJ Armstrong. Armstrong was all over the floor. He was able to get his teammates involved in the offense, and if he got a good look at the basket, he would pass it to one of his teammates.

Kennedy’s Sont Lajeunesse-Wood came up with deep 3-point shots. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it.

Richfield used a zone defense. That made Kennedy swing the ball around the 3-point line.

Kennedy called a timeout with 9:50 left in the first half. The score was Richfield 24, Kennedy 18.

Richfield did a good job of clogging the lanes and creating spacing issues for Kennedy on offense.

Kennedy wasn’t afraid to shoot the deep 3-point shot or the mid-range jump shot. They got everyone involved in the offense.

Richfield’s Omar Whittaker came up with mid-range jump shots and layups. He took the ball hard to the basket.

Kennedy’s Abdirahman Tushar came up with jump shots to keep his team in the game.

Kennedy called a timeout with 3:30 left in the first half. The score was Richfield 39, Kennedy 34.

Armstrong continued to come up with shots late in the first half.

Both teams continued to attack the basket late in the first half, looking for their shots.

At halftime, the score was Richfield 55, Kennedy 38.

As the second half got underway, both teams continued to push the ball down the floor and score baskets.

Johnson continued to take the ball strong to the basket and looked to score baskets in transition. He had a good sense of knowing where his teammates were on the floor at all times.

Richfield took a lot of time off the shot clock early in the second half.

Kennedy switched between a man-to-man defense to a zone defense multiple times throughout the second half.

Kennedy struggled shooting throughout the game. Even though they struggled to shoot the ball, they didn’t give up on themselves and fought hard throughout the game.

Richfield called a timeout with 5:39 left in regulation. The score was Richfield 102, Kennedy 57.

Both teams played hard late in the game, but Richfield was too much for Kennedy. Richfield came away with the 106-67 victory over Kennedy.

The leading scorers for Kennedy were Johnson with 18 points, Bush with 12 points, Lajeunesse-Wood with 10 points and Aaron Bachanan with 9 points. And the leading scorers for Richfield were Armstrong with 25 points, Hagler with 21 points and Collins with 20 points.

ROBBINSDALE COOPER WENT UP AGAINST BLOOMINGTON KENNEDY IN A BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

On Feb.6, Robbinsdale Cooper and Bloomington Kennedy went up against each other in a boys’ basketball game. Going into the game, Cooper had a record of 5-12, while Kennedy had a record of 3-14. In the last meeting of these two teams on Jan. 7, Cooper came away with a 70-66 victory.

As the game got underway Cooper started the game in a zone defense. They made Kennedy pass the ball around the 3-point line. Kennedy also started the game in a zone defense.

Kennedy looked to push the ball down the floor in transition.

Kennedy’s Malik Jackson took the ball strong to the basket, and he was able to come up with mid-range jump shots and layups.

Cooper also looked to set the tempo of the game. They pushed the ball down the floor, trying to get past the Kennedy defense.

Kennedy swung the ball around the 3-point line, getting everyone involved in the offense. Kennedy was able to come up with steals and were able to come up with baskets in transition.

Kennedy’s Lamarrius Star came up with mid-range jump shots and layups. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it. If Star didn’t think that he could get a good shot, he wouldn’t be afraid to pass it to his teammates.

Kennedy switched between zone and man-to-man defense throughout the first half. They were able to confuse the Cooper defense.

Cooper’s David McKinney came up with layups on the low block. He did a good job of calling for the ball, taking it hard to the basket.

Kennedy came up with steals on the defensive end, and they turned them into baskets on the offensive end.

Cooper’s Noah Butler drove to the basket and looked to make mid-range jump shots and layups. He was able to get past Kennedy’s defense. Teammate Kaiden Hicks also made layups and got as he got the basket.

Cooper called a timeout at 7:16 in the first half. The score was Kennedy 29, Cooper 11.

Cooper had a difficult time attacking the Kennedy defense. They kept on attacking the basket throughout the first half as they didn’t get discouraged.

Kennedy looked to trap Cooper on offense. They were able to turn Cooper over and attack the basket in transition.

At halftime, the score was Kennedy 41, Cooper 18.

As the second half got underway, Kennedy started the half off in a zone defense, which they played most of the first half.

Keymarey came up with mid-range jump shots and layups for Kennedy. He also got his teammates involved with the game.

Kennedy called a timeout with 15:25 left in regulation. The score was Kennedy 43, Cooper 25.

Kennedy’s Sonte Lajeunesse-Wood came up with mid-range jump shots from screens. On the defensive end, Lajeunesse-Wood slowed down the guy he was guarding.

Cooper’s Jahnial Jones came up with deep 3-point shots and mid-range jump shots throughout the game. His teammates were able to get him the ball where he could shoot it.

Starr kept on attacking the basket throughout the second half. He wasn’t afraid to get his teammates involved in the offense.

Kennedy called a time-out with 3:41 left in regulation. The score was Kennedy 69, Cooper 49.

The pace of the game slowed down towards the end of the game.

Both teams played hard throughout the game. Cooper started slow and couldn’t find their shots in the first half. Even though they struggled tlo shoot the ball, they didn’t give up. Kennedy’s offense was going early. They were able to get their offense going early.

Kennedy came away with the 75-59 victory over Cooper.

DELASALLE WENT UP AGAINST RICHFIELD IN A BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

On Feb. 4, Minneapolis DeLaSalle and Richfield squared off in a boys’ basketball game. Going into the game, DeLaSalle had an overall record of 16-2, while Richfield’s was 13-4. It was senior night at Richfield. They were recognized before the game.

Both teams looked to push the ball down the floor early. DeLaSalle swung the ball around the 3-point line as they got everyone involved in the offense.

It took a while for each team to get into a shooting rhythm. It was a fast-paced game early.

Richfield applied a full-court press as they looked to slow down the DeLaSalle offense.

Richfield’s CJ Armstrong came up with mid-range jump shots and layups. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it.

After a slow start offensively for DeLaSalle, their offense started rolling. They were able to get everyone involved in the offense.

Richfield’s Dre Collins came up with layups off screens in the paint. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could make shots.

DeLaSalle called a timeout with 10:44 left in the first half. The score was Richfield 22, DeLaSalle 11.

Both teams raced up and down the floor, looking for layups and fast-break baskets.

DeLaSalle kept on attacking the basket late in the first half. Even though they couldn’t get their shots to drop, they kept looking for them.

Both teams did a good job of talking to their teammates.

Richfield called a timeout with 6:28 left in the first half. The score was Richfield 35, DeLaSalle 21.

DeLaSalle looked to swing the ball around the 3-point line. They wanted to trick the defense before they looked for their shot.

DeLaSalle called a timeout with 5:25 left in the first half. The score was Richfield 39, DeLaSalle 21.

As the clock wound down in the first half, both teams continued to attack the basket.

DeLaSalle got their offense going late in the first half.

The score in a fast-paced first half was Richfield 48, DeLaSalle 32.

DeLaSalle’s Kamar Thomas came up with mid-range jump shots and layups to lead off the second half.

As the second half got underway, both teams continued to move the ball down the floor and look for their shots.

Richfield called a timeout with 15:59 left in regulation. The score was Richfield 48, DeLaSalle 40.

Collins continued to come up with mid-range jump shots and layups. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it.

Richfield called a timeout with 12:01 left in regulation. The score was Richfield 56, DeLaSalle 53.

The score remained close mid-way through the second half as each team attacked the basket.

Neither team went on a significant run in the second half.

DeLasalle pushed the ball down the floor, looking for fast breaks. They were able to get fast-break layups.

The game remained close with under 8:00 to go in regulation, with Richfield having a 62-59 advantage.

DeLaSalle kept a full-court press on as they applied pressure down the floor.

DeLaSalle took much time off the shot clock late in the half.

DeLaSalle called a timeout with 4:50 left in regulation — the score was Richfield 68, DeLaSalle 64.

Armstrong was able to step up and come up with deep 3-point shots late in the game to keep Richfield in the game.

DeLaSalle’s Thomas and Jedden Udean and Pruitt all came up with shots throughout the game. They were able to get their teammates involved in the offense.

Richfield called a timeout with 1:17 left in regulation. The score was Richfield 76, DeLaSalle 71.

The game came down to the wire. Both teams played hard, and it was an intense battle.

Richfield came away with the 82-71 victory over DeLaSalle.

The leading scorers for DeLaSalle were Thomas with 18 points and Udean with 14 points.

The leading scorer for Richfield was Armstrong, who scored 45 points.

JEFFERSON WENT UP AGAINST KENNEDY IN THE BATTLE OF BLOOMINGTON

On Dec. 12, Bloomington Jefferson went against Bloomington Kennedy in a boys’ basketball game. Jefferson came into the game with a record of 1-2, while Kennedy came in with a record of 0-2. 

Both teams tried to set the tempo early as the game got underway. Kennedy looked to push the ball down the floor and looked to score baskets in transition. 

Both teams started the game in a man-to-man defense. Both teams attacked the basket. 

Jefferson called a timeout with 15:30 left in the first half. The score was Kennedy 7, Jefferson 0. 

Jefferson’s Isaac Feller came up with mid-range jump shots and layups. He was able to call for the ball and also got his teammates involved in the offense. 

Jefferson took a lot of time off the 35-second shot clock. They passed the ball around the 3-point line, getting everyone involved in the offense. 

Kennedy started the game out in a man-to-man defense. They made it difficult for Jefferson to get an open look at the basket. 

Kennedy’s Malik Johnson came up with mid-range jump shots and layups. His teammates knew where he was on the floor as they could get the ball in spots where he could shoot it. 

Kennedy did a good job of communicating with each other on both sides of the floor. 

Kennedy called a timeout with 11:14 left in the first half. The score was Kennedy 12, Jefferson 6. 

After a slow start from Jefferson, they started to get their offense going. Feller took the ball strong to the basket as he wasn’t afraid of a little incidental contact from the defense. 

Jefferson called a timeout with 9:40 left in the first half. The score was Kennedy 17, Jefferson 12. 

Jefferson took their time on the offensive end. They were quick to take shots. Their offense got going after the timeout. 

Jefferson’s Marcus Horton came to life late in the first half. His mid-range jump shots and layups began to fall, and that provided his team with an offensive spark.

Jefferson went to a full-court press, and they were able to disrupt Kennedy as they looked to get steals. 

Kennedy’s D’andre Moffit came up with deep 3-point shots. His teammates were not afraid to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot the ball. Teammate Keymarey Jackson also stepped up and knocked down deep 3-point shots. 

At halftime, the score was Kennedy 32, Jefferson 25. 

As the second half got underway, Kennedy’s Delannie Bush came up with mid-range jump shots and layups. He looked to push the tempo of the game. 

Jefferson’s Feller and Horton kept coming up with baskets that kept Jefferson in the game. They fed off each other's energy. 

Kennedy came out of the half a little flat. They were not making shots that they were putting up. 

Kennedy called a timeout with 14:12 left in regulation. The score was Kennedy 39, Jefferson 36. 

The game remained close in the early part of the second half. Neither team gave up uncontested shots. 

Jefferson took much time off the 35-second shot clock by swinging the ball around the 3-point line. They were able to get everyone involved in the offense. 

Neither team went on a big run in the second half. It was a very competitive game. 

Kennedy called a timeout with 10:15 left on the clock in regulation. The score was tied at 41.

There were multiple ties and lead changes throughout the second half. 

Both teams look for cross-court passes in transition and to come up with layups on the offensive end. 

Jefferson got their offense going midway through the second half. They kept on attacking the basket and coming up with shots. 

Kennedy missed some baskets midway through the second half. They couldn’t get a stop on the defensive end. 

Jefferson called a timeout with 7:19 left in regulation. The score was Jefferson 53, Kennedy 47.

The game remained close late in the second half. 

Kennedy’s Sonte Lajeunesse-Wood came up with mid-range jump shots and layups down the stretch. 

Kennedy called a timeout with 2:24 left in regulation. The score was Jefferson 61, Kennedy 56.

Both teams played hard throughout the game. Jefferson took the lead midway through the second half. 

Kennedy didn’t back down as they fought hard throughout the game. 

Jefferson called a timeout with 50.6 seconds left in regulation. The score was Jefferson 63, Kennedy 59. 

Both teams kept battling down the stretch as neither gave up an uncontested shot. 

Jefferson came away with a 67-61 victory over Kennedy.  The leading scorers for Jefferson were Horton with 33 and Feller with 14.  The leading scorers for Kennedy were Bush with 16 points and Johnson with 13 points.

DELASALLE WENT UP AGAINST HOLY ANGELS IN A BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

On Dec. 10, DeLaSalle and Holy Angels went up against each other in a boys' basketball game. Going into the game, DeLaSalle had a record of 2-0, while Holy Angels had a record of 1-2.

DeLaSalle started the game in a man-to-man defense. They looked to make Holy Angels take time off the clock.

It took each team a while to get into a good game flow.

DeLaSalle took a lot of time off the 35-second shot clock as they passed the ball around the 3-point line, getting everyone involved in the offense.

Holy Angels called a timeout with 15:18 left in the first half. The score was DeLaSalle 5, Holy Angels 4.

DeLaSalle’s Dorian Pruitt knocked down 3-point shots. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could knock down shots.

Holy Angels looked to score baskets in transition. They were able to get past the DeLaSalle defense and make layups in transition.

Holy Angels did a good job of getting everyone involved in the offense. They also talked to each other on both ends of the floor.

DeLaSalle’s Andrew Apiagyei came up with layups in traffic underneath the basket. He wasn’t afraid to take the ball strong to the basket. Teammate Jeaden Uden also came up with mid-range jump shots and layups.

Holy Angels struggled to shoot the ball midway through the first half. As a team, their shots were not falling. Even though they had trouble scoring, they kept on shooting the ball.

Holy Angels Emmett Anderson attempted 3-point shots. He was able to make mid-range jump shots and layups. Teammate Danial Kelly stepped up and knocked down shots as well.

Holy Angels called a timeout with 8:44 left in the first half. The score was Holy Angels 13, DeLaSalle 23.

Daniel Devine came up with mid-range jump shots and gave his team an offensive spark.

Pruitt came up with deep 3-point shots as he got hot late in the first half. His teammates kept feeding him the ball in spots where he could shoot it.

Holy Angels swung the ball around the 3-point line as they looked for their shots late in the half.

Holy Angels stayed in their zone defense throughout the first half. DeLaSalle did well attacking the defense and getting to the basket.

DeLaSalle called a timeout with 2:32 left in the first half. The score was DeLaSalle 45, Holy Angels 19.

Danial Devine kept up on coming up with steals and turning them into layups late in the first half.

At halftime, the score was DeLaSalle 55, Holy Angels 19.

As the second half got underway, DeLaSalle continued to push the ball down the floor and score baskets in transition.

DeLaSalle’s Ichima Idoko knocked down 3-point shots and then sprinted down the floor to play defense. Idoko’s teammates knew where he was on the floor throughout the game.

Both teams continued to attack the basket throughout the second half.

Holy Angels called a timeout with 12:45 left in regulation. The score was DeLaSalle 73, Holy Angels 26.

Both teams played hard throughout the second half. Neither team gave up.

DeLaSalle took much time off the shot clock in the second half.

Holy Angels called a timeout with 6:15 left in regulation. The score was DeLaSalle 90, Holy Angels 29.

Holy Angels couldn’t get into a shooting rhythm. The pressure that DeLaSalle applied made it hard for them to get shots they could make.

In a hard-fought game by both teams, DeLaSalle came away with a victory of 94-43 over the Holy Angels.

The leading scorers for Holy Angels were Kelly with 9 points and Daniel Devine with 8 points. The leading scorers for DeLaSalle were Udean with 22 points and Pruitt with 21 points.

MOUND WESTONKA WENT UP AGAINST HOLY ANGELS IN A BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

On Thurs, Dec. 5, Mound Westonka and Holy Angels went up against each other in a boys’ basketball game.

Holy Angels started the game with a zone defense, which caused Mound Westonka to swing the ball around the 3-point line.

Holy Angels guard Rhikenzo Lee came up with 3-point baskets early. His teammates were able to get him the ball in spots where he could shoot it.

Mound Westonka pushed the ball down the floor in transition, and George Eberhart also made 3-point shots.

Mound Westonka started the game with a zone defense, which spread out the Holy Angels' offense. Holy Angels spread the ball around and got everyone involved in the offense. They were not afraid to shoot three-point shots.

Holy Angels called a timeout with 13:40 left in the first half. The score was Mound Westonka 8, Holy Angels 6.

Mound Westonka's Jacob Orenge got his teammates in the game by passing the ball and making good cuts.

Both teams dove on the floor after loose balls, as there were multiple jump balls throughout the first half.

Holy Angels Arjun Jain came off the bench and provided an offensive spark. He stepped up and knocked down mid-range jump shots and layups to keep Holy Angels in the game.

There were multiple ties and lead changes throughout the first half. Neither team went on a run early.

Mound Westtonka’s Max Kraay and Cole Drill both game up with shots in the first half. Their teammates knew where to get them the ball as they called for it and made shots from all over the court.

Mound Westonka called a timeout with 6:01 left in the first half. The score was Holy Angels 20, Mound Westonka 19.

Both teams made fast break layups late in the game. As they both raced up and down the floor.

Holy Angels Blake Nixon made 3-point shots late in the first half.

Neither team went on a run in the first half, and the game remained tight throughout.

At halftime, the score was Mound Westonka 42, Holy Angels 34.

As the second half got underway, Mound Westonka started the second half in a zone defense. They made Holy Angels pass the ball around the 3-point line and take a lot of time off the 35-second shot clock.

Mound Westonka slowed down the Holy Angels offense late in the first half and early in the second half.

Holy Angels called a timeout with 13:29 left in regulation. The score was Mound Westonka 49, Holy Angels 39.

Even as the Holy Angels struggled to shoot the ball in the second half, they kept their heads up and attacked the basket.

Holy Angels took a lot of time off the 35-second shot clock by swinging the ball around the 3-point line, getting everyone involved in the offense.
 
Mound Westonka called a timeout with 9:03 left in regulation. The score was Mound Westonka 57, Holy Angels 41.

Nixon kept attacking the basket, coming off screens and making baskets throughout the second half.

Jain attacked the basket and kept on making shots late in the game.

Holy Angels called a timeout with 3:34 left in regulation. The score was Mound Westonka 69, Holy Angels 51.

Both teams played hard throughout the game, and neither team gave up. Mound Westonka had momentum late in the first half and kept it up throughout the second half. In a hard-fought game played by both teams, Mound Westonka came away with the 85-55 victory over Holy Angels.

PARK CENTER WENT UP AGAINST WASHBURN IN A BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

On Dec. 3, Park Center and Washburn played basketball. Both teams' rosters were not available for this game.

Park Center started out in a full-court press. Washburn pushed the ball down the floor, looking to score baskets in transition. It took both teams a while to get into an offensive groove.

Park Center started the game with a zone defense, which made Washburn take a lot of time off the 35-second shot clock.

Washburn’s Cooper Carlson scored mid-range jump shots and layups in the first half. If Carlson didn’t have an open look at the basket, he was able to find his teammates and get them involved in the offense.

Washburn was very active on both ends of the floor, and they did a good job of talking to each other on both ends of the floor.

Washburn’s Armoni Dischinger-Harris came up with key jump-shots and layups in the first half that gave his team energy.

Park Center called a timeout with 8:24 left in the first half. The score was Washburn 30, Park Center 12.

Washburn trapped Park Center; they had difficulty handling the pressure Washburn put on them.

Carlson continued to call for the ball and make shots late in the first half. He dove on the floor for loose balls.

Park Center called a timeout with 2:30 left in the first half. The score was Washburn 40, Park Center 20.

Both teams kept attacking the basket late in the first half, and neither team gave up an uncontested shot.

At halftime, the score was Washburn 44, Park Center 25.

As the second half got underway, both teams continued to attack the basket. Park Center looked to pass the ball around the 3-point line as they took time off the 35-second shot clock.

Washburn called a timeout with 15:11 left in regulation. The score was Washburn 46, Park Center 30.

Washburn switched to a zone defense early in the second half, which caused Park Center to move the ball around the 3-point line and take time off the clock.

Washburn got everyone involved in the offense. They knew where their teammates were on the floor at all times.

Park Center wasn’t afraid to take deep 3-point shots.

Park Center called a timeout with 10:25 left in regulation. The score was Washburn 54, Park Center 34.

Both teams exchanged baskets midway through the second half. Washburn kept on the defensive pressure.

Washburn called a timeout with 7:17 left in regulation. The score was Washburn 61, Park Center 44.

Both teams played hard throughout the game. Park Center didn’t give up on either side of the ball. Even though Park Center’s shots were not falling, they kept on shooting. Both teams brought their fans out, and it was a lively crowd as fans cheered for their favorite teams.

Park Center looked to trap Washburn late in the game.

Washburn called a timeout with 3:35 left in regulation. The score was Washburn 65, Park Center 50.

As the final minutes ticked off the clock, both teams continued to give their best effort. In a hard-fought game, Washburn came away with the 71-57 victory over Park Center.

ROBBINSDALE COOPER WENT UP AGAINST RICHFIELD IN A BOYS’ BASKETBALL GAME

On Feb. 6, Cooper and Richfield went up against each other in a boys’ basketball game.

Richfield looked like they wanted to set the tempo early. They pushed the ball down the floor.

Both teams turned the ball over early. Neither team got into a shooting rhythm early. Richfield’s
CJ Armstrong came up with mid-range jump shots and layups in the first half to keep Richfield
in the game.

Richfield called a timeout with 13:04 left in the first half. The score was Richfield 13, Cooper
12.

Cooper looked to push the ball down the floor and score baskets in transition.

There were multiple ties and lead changes in the first half.

Armstrong called for the ball, and he was able to come up with mid-range jump shots and lay-
ups throughout the first half.

Richfield’s Adin Inda came up with mid-range jump shots and layups late in the first half to keep
Richfield in the game.

Cooper got hot late in the first half they were able to make shots late in the first half.

At halftime, the score was Cooper 35. Richfield 30.

As the second half got underway, Richfield continued to push the ball down the floor and looked
to score baskets in transition.

Neither team went on a run early in the second half.

Richfield’s Armstrong kept on coming up with shots in the second half. His teammates did a
good job of getting him the ball in spots where he could shoot it.

Both teams dove on the floor after loose balls in the second half. The game remained close
throughout the second half. Richfield did a good job of getting the ball into the hands of
Armstrong.

Cooper called a timeout with 11:30 left in regulation. The score was Richfield 47, Cooper 41.

Richfield’s offense came alive midway through the second half. They were able to slow down
the game down midway through the second half.

Richfield came up with fast break layups late in the game. They were able to pull away from

Cooper in the second half. Cooper didn’t give up as they fought throughout the game.

Cooper called a timeout with 4:53 left in regulation. The score was Richfield 65, Cooper 63.

Armstrong came up with shots late that kept Richfield in the game.

Richfield called a timeout with 2:25 left in regulation. The score was Richfield 69, Cooper 65.

The game came down to the wire. Neither team gave up an uncontested shot. Both teams played
hard Richfield came away with the 74-67 victory over Cooper.