Rivet’s Patriots claimed a close victory over Evansville Day, winning 58-51. Phillip Herman powered the early surge, while Brady Stearns delivered a late push to fend off the Eagles on Saturday.
Saturday’s high school basketball action offered fans a glimpse of thrilling matchups. Coverage centered on highlights from both girls and boys games, featuring subdistrict girls basketball finals.
The Cameron Comets boys basketball team overcame a slow start on Friday night to defeat St. Croix Falls, and then kept their momentum rolling with another win against Cumberland on Saturday. Their back-to-back triumphs highlight the team’s resilience and determination across consecutive nights of competition.
NorthWood’s boys basketball team secured a dominant 50-34 win over Poly Tech in the opening round of the Richmond Tournament. Brogan Ferrell led with 13 points, while teammate Caleb Vincent added 10 to push NorthWood into a promising tournament start.
Each week, the Columbus Telegram spotlights five boys basketball players across the region for their exceptional recent performances. This Dec. 20 edition continues the newspaper’s tradition of highlighting emerging talent and sharing the excitement of local fans.
The Telesis Prep boys basketball team lost a tight 38-36 decision to Flagstaff Christian after leading 16-12 at halftime on Thursday. Despite the early advantage, the Tigers could not hold off a determined comeback, underscoring the razor-thin margin that defined the matchup.
