The Camas County Mushers, a highly ranked 1AD2 basketball team according to the Idaho media poll, exhibited their superiority in a conference match against the Hagerman Pirates on Tuesday, securing a decisive victory with a final score of 76-49.
During the initial stages of the game, both teams demonstrated their skill on the court, engaging in a competitive battle. Senior brothers Troy and Tristen Smith from Camas County displayed their talent, with Tristen successfully making multiple three-pointers and Troy showcasing his strength in the paint. Hagerman’s junior Ky Kendall also proved to be a formidable force, contributing 17 points to the Pirates’ tally.
As the game progressed, the Mushers began to assert their dominance, capitalizing on turnovers and efficiently converting them into points. Their performance from the free throw line proved to be advantageous, granting them additional scoring opportunities. By halftime, the Mushers had successfully accumulated a significant 17-point lead.
The momentum continued in the second half, leading to a resounding victory for the Mushers. Senior Emmett Palan led the team with an impressive 18 points, while Tristen Smith and Trevor Tews contributed 14 points each. Troy Smith recorded a double-double with 13 points and 11 rebounds, and Tyson Tupper finished with 11 points.
Looking ahead, Camas County is scheduled to face the Dietrich Blue Devils in their upcoming game, while Hagerman will take on Richfield.
In other boys’ basketball action, Minico secured a 50-41 victory over Wood River, and Jerome emerged triumphant with a 57-42 win against Burley.
On the girls’ basketball front, Buhl clinched a narrow 37-36 win over Gooding, with Quincy Bowman leading the scoring for Buhl and Izzie Stockham and Fallon Millican each contributing nine points for Gooding. In another matchup, Kimberly emerged victorious with a 49-39 win over Filer, fueled by standout performances from Taya Plew, Macy Dille, and Berkley Dille. Additionally, Murtaugh secured a 52-47 win over Oakley, and Valley emerged triumphant with a 49-42 victory over Carey.
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