The Boys’ Hoop squad was eliminated from the playoffs Friday afternoon, losing 65-43 to Sierra.
photo by Rebecca Holt
The game started off sluggish, as both teams struggled to score points. The Spartans took a 7-4 lead at the end of the first quarter. But the second quarter was a much different story, as Sierra found a good rhythm and was able to outscore the Spartans 22-15. Sierra also got to the free throw line often, which netted them easy points. However. there was optimism at half time, as going into intermission the Spartans trailed by only four points to the defending 4A champions, 26-22.
The third quarter was tightly played as each team could only muster 13 points each. But the fourth quarter is where the Sierra Stallions made their push, as they came out firing and connecting on many shots. The Spartans could not stop them, and their offense was able to do little against the tough Stallion D.
Sierra went on to win the game 65-43. “This was a good game. Each team battled hard, and I could not be more pleased with out effort. Guys played until the end,” said Junior Forward Ian Melnicoe.
The only Spartan to score double digit points was Senior Shane Oliver, who finished with 14 points.
This loss spells the end for four Spartan seniors including Chris Carter, Billy Sprague, Zach Jackson, and the aforementioned Oliver.
