On Thursday, February 25th, Yellow Jackets Basketball hosted Red Hill for an A-game only on 8th Grade Night. After one quarter of play, the Yellow Jackets led 10-7. At halftime, the Yellow Jackets held a 19-14 lead. After three quarters and little burst at the end of the quarter, the Yellow Jackets led 19-14. With two minutes left in the game, the Yellow Jackets held a 14-point lead and subbed out the 8th grade players. The final score on the night showed the Yellow Jackets defeating Red Hill by the the score of 38-32. After a rough beginning to the week, the Yellow Jackets played well tonight in spurts. Layups and free throws are still a thorn in our side, as the Yellow Jackets were 7-21 from the free throw line. But, a win is a win, especially on 8th grade night. The Yellow Jackets are now 2-3 on the season. Scoring for the Yellow Jackets was: Reed Stinson with 16 points, Kollin Kelsey with 10 points, Chase Gher with 7 points, and Elliott Acree with 5 points.
Next up: Home against West Salem on Monday, March 1st. C-game begins at 5:15 pm.