Hoisington and St. John Shine in High School Basketball Showdowns

The Hoisington girls’ basketball team delivered an impressive performance against the Scott City Beavers, securing a 48-39 victory on March 15, 2024. This match showcased the talents of Hoisington’s Beck, who scored a career-high 16 points, alongside Tianna Lutters, who contributed 10 points. The game saw Hoisington take control with scoring periods of 17 points in both the first and fourth quarters.

Hoisington’s scoring breakdown included contributions from Maier with 7 points, Hanzlick also with 7, and Bittel adding 6 points. On the opposing side, Gentry led Scott City with 12 points, while Fox added 10 points to the effort. Scott City struggled to maintain momentum throughout the game, particularly in the second half, where they managed only 9 points.

In another compelling matchup, the St. John Tigers overwhelmed the Stafford Trojans with a commanding 49-20 lead at halftime. Emmett Delp was the standout player, scoring an impressive 24 points in the first half alone. The Tigers dominated the second period, outscoring Stafford 27-5.

The final tally for St. John included contributions from Easton Alpers with 8 points and Braxton Alpers adding 4 points. Stafford struggled offensively, with Landon Marks leading their scoring with just 8 points.

In additional games, the St. John girls also triumphed over Stafford with a decisive score of 71-14, while the Macksville girls secured a strong victory against Ness City, finishing 59-25.

With high energy and strong performances, these matches illustrate the intense competition present in high school basketball across the region. Schools like Hoisington, St. John, and Macksville continue to demonstrate their skills on the court, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.