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The student section takes a picture with Mrs. Chellie, all in pink for the breast cancer awareness game.
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Kveon Griffin wins the tip off and the game begins.
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Senior Johnathan Daniels waits to throw the ball in.
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S.R.O Rebecca Allen stands and lets out a laugh, as she blocks off the student section from getting to hectic as the opposing team runs out.
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Senior Jordan Thomas cheers on his team as they get ready to run out.
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Junior Isaac Clarida eying the net and mentally preparing for his free throw.
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Johnathan Daniels shoots a three-pointer and unfortunately watches it hit the rim.
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Garrison Abbott cheers on his team from the student section.
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Jerrison Dixon guards Ashley player with the ball.
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Ashley player shooting his free throw after getting fouled.
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West up by twelve at half-time.
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Senior dancer, Kylee Blum, dancing her heart out at halftime.
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Winner of the 50/50 raffle that took place at halftime walking back to his seat as he stuffs his 275 dollars into his jacket.
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Photographer Joe Stanley taking pictures from the sidelines.
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Garrison Abbot and Griffin Cox excited for the game to begin.
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Matthew McKenney waits for the ball, ready to score.
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Head coach Edwards talks to his players before the fourth and final quarter begins.
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Cheerleaders perform during the game, cheering on West to score.
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Kveon Griffin dribbkles the ball down the court in the last few seconds of the game.
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On Tuesday, January 20th, the Men’s Varsity Basketball faced a thrilling game against the Ashley Eagles, winning 72-41. Becoming their 11th win of the season.
Like every game, there is a theme for the student section, today’s game being ‘Pink Out’ for Breast Cancer Awareness. Fans rushed in the stands all dressed in picks, and thanks to two clubs at school, they had some help. The Juniorettes, a club for teen girls that specializes in helping the community and school, had face painting and glitter to get decked out in. The other club being Key Club, an organization that focuses on service, had a photobooth. You could take pictures with pink props before heading into the game.
The Trojans came out strong, winning the ball at tip-off as well as getting the first points on the board. They finished the first quarter up 14-8. Then in the second quarter, both teams scored another 14 and 8 point, with West up by 12 at half, 28-16.
Today’s halftime game looked a little different. The stadium took a moment of silence for all who have been affected by cancer. The game announcer then asked those who had batted to stand if they wished to applaud them for their courageous battle. Then came the time for the 50-50 raffle, where a fan won $275, and the other $275 going to a program in honor of a late staff member at West that helps people who have faced tough battles.
As the third quarter began, the Trojans knew they had the win in their hand but continued to play hard through the third and fourth quarters. Eventually winning 71-41.
There were two undoubtedly standout players in the game. One being junior Jerrison Dixion, number 15, who scored 27 points through the game. The other being freshman Jacob Woodard, who is quickly showing signs of being the next best. Being the only freshman on the varsity team, and scoring 9 points in the game.
West will face the screaming Eagles on the Eagles’ home court for the final game of the season on February 10th.
