Haxtun boys fall to Perkins County

The Haxtun Bulldogs boys team faced a formidable opponent in the Perkins County Plainsmen, known for their aggressive full-court press. Perkins County capitalized on the Bulldogs' early turnovers, leveraging their defensive prowess to create offensive opportunities. The Bulldogs battled valiantly, spearheaded by Chase Goddard and Ryland Wolff, but Perkins County's perimeter scoring and inside presence led by Jackson Wykert and Landon Noyes maintained their dominance. The first quarter ended with Perkins County leading 21-10.

The Bulldogs showed resilience in the second quarter, focusing on ball control and shot selection. Chase Goddard continued to provide offensive momentum, hitting key shots from beyond the arc. However, Perkins County's balanced attack and defensive pressure kept the Bulldogs at bay. The Bulldogs' attempts to adjust defensively couldn't contain Perkins County's scoring surge, leaving Haxton trailing 32-18 at halftime.

The third quarter saw the Bulldogs struggling to overcome Perkins County's relentless full-court pressure. Despite strategic efforts to contain the Plainsmen's three-point shooters, Haxtun's defensive adjustments allowed Perkins County's big man Noyes to exploit the paint. The Plainsmen extended their lead as the Bulldogs battled foul trouble, concluding the quarter with Perkins County ahead by 51-28.

In the fourth quarter, Haxtun Bulldogs demonstrated moments of promise with a spirited comeback attempt. Coach Potts rotated fresh players, but Perkins County's starters, when reintroduced, responded with a scoring burst to deny any substantial comeback threat. The consistently strong performance from Perkins County's senior-dominated lineup sealed the game, ultimately leading to a 68-49 victory for the Plainsmen.

Player of the Game: Jackson Wykert shined for Perkins County with a standout performance, contributing 15 points, including crucial three-pointers. His dual ability to control the pace and shoot effectively earned him the Colt by IWS Player of the Game.

Cone- 4pts

Goddard- 15pts

Wolff- 10pts

Larsen- 4 Pts

Michael- 3pts

Andersen- 2pts

Schram- 8pts