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Plainville Boys Basketball vs Hoisington 2-5-19

The final game of the evening saw the Plainville Cardinals face off with the Hoisington Cardinals.

Hoisington scored the first points of the night. Plainville then took the lead thanks to some accurate three-point shooting. At one point they were 5 of 9 from behind the arc in just the first quarter. Hoisington worked hard to overcome the deficit and led at the end of the first quarter by four points.

The hosts never surrendered the lead. Plainville would try to mount a comeback, but Hoisington weathered those challenges and foul trouble to continue building on their lead.

At the final whistle, Hoisington won by a score of 70 to 53.

Below are some of the pictures I took at the game:

Hoisington Cardinal #0 Drew Nicholson and Plainville Cardinal #24 Eli Hays prepare to jump for the opening tip off. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #25 Braxton Donovan looks for a teammate to pass the ball to in the first quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #3 Xavier Robinson prepares to shoot a free throw in the first quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Plainville Cardinal #24 Eli Hays tries to steal the ball away from Hoisington Cardinal #4 Mason Haxton in the first quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #0 Drew Nicholson drives to the basket in the first quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #0 Drew Nicholson drives the baseline towards the basket in the first quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #0 Drew Nicholson goes for a layup in the first quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Plainville Cardinal #5 Jared Casey tries to keep Hoisington Cardinal #0 Drew Nicholson from shooting a layup in the first quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #5 Ryan Wyodziak looks for a teammate to pass the ball to in the first quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #5 Ryan Wyodziak drives around Plainville Cardinal #11 Anders Dewey in the first quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #0 Drew Nicholson dribbles behind his back while bring the ball down the court in the first quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #0 Drew Nicholson shoots a free throw in the first quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Plainville Cardinal #5 Jared Casey drives down the court with the ball in the second quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Plainville Cardinal #11 Anders Dewey looks for an open teammate to pass the ball to in the second quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Plainville Cardinal #5 Jared Casey shoots a jump shot over Hoisington Cardinal #4 Mason Haxton in the second quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Plainville Cardinal #5 Jared Casey winds up to pass the ball to a teammate as Hoisington Cardinal #25 Braxton Donovan defends in the second quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Plainville Cardinal #30 Tanner Copeland brings the ball down the court in the second quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Plainville Cardinal #11 Anders Dewey shoots a free throw in the second quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Plainville Cardinal #30 Tanner Copeland prepares to shoot a free throw in the second quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Plainville Cardinal #5 Jared Casey drives to the basket in the second quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Plainville Cardinal #14 Kaiden Van Schuyver looks for an open teammate in the second quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Plainville Cardinal #5 Jared Casey prepares to shoot a free throw in the second quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #24 Jacob Specht tries to strip the ball as Plainville Cardinal #5 Jared Casey goes for a shot under the basket in the second quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #15 Braden Mooney tries to block a shot by Plainville Cardinal #5 Jared Casey in the second quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #25 Braxton Donovan calls the next play as he bring the ball down the court in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal Head Coach Kyle Haxton calls out a play to his team in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #4 Mason Haxton drives to the basket in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #4 Mason Haxton pulls up for a jump shot over Plainville Cardinal #11 Anders Dewey in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #2 Avery Brewer takes a shot from the lane in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #25 Braxton Donovan passes the the ball to a teammate in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #2 Avery Brewer shoots a free throw in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #3 Xavier Robinson drives to the basket in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #3 Xavier Robinson shoots a free throw in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #5 Ryan Wyodziak brings the ball down the court in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #0 Drew Nicholson pulls up to line up a shot in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #4 Mason Haxton shoots a free throw in the fourth quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Hoisington Cardinals and Plainville Cardinals shake hands following the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Plainville Cardinals by a score of 70 to 53 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 5, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)

2018 Hoisington Winter Jam Boys Championship – Pratt Greenbacks vs Hoisington Cardinals 1-20-18

The last game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam saw the Hoisington Cardinals host fellow Central Kansas League member the Pratt Greenbacks. This year marked Pratt’s first time in the tournament and the championship game. The Cardinals came into the night as back to back champions of the Winter Jam.

The game featured a back and forth nature almost like a boxing match. One team would gain a lead only to see the other side fight back and tie or take a small lead. Pratt took a one point advantage into the locker room at halftime.

In the fourth quarter, Hoisington took advantage of working the ball inside and some free throws to gain a lead. The Greenbacks tried to launch multiple three-point shots, but none would fall. The Cardinals won the game with a 47 to 41 score.

They now have won the Winter Jam for three consecutive years.

Below are some of the pictures I took at the game:

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The Hoisington Cardinals pose with the championship trophy and bracket while holding up three fingers for their third consecutive tournament victory. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Hoisington student section rush onto the court to greet their team. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
A Hoisington Cheerleader brings out a copy of the completed tournament bracket to the victors. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Pratt Greenbacks pose with the second place trophy. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal Head Coach Kyle Haxton leads his team in a breakdown following the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal Head Coach Kyle Haxton addresses his team after the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #4 Mason Haxton holds up three fingers to signify the team winning their third consecutive Hoisington Winter Jam Championship. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Pratt Greenbacks and Hoisington Cardinals shake hands following the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #55 Holt Hanzlick and #3 Xavier Robinson jump up to celebrate the victory of the game and tournament. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Hoisington student section celebrates as victory looks certain in the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #5 Ryan Woydziak tries to tip a shot by Pratt Greenback #4 Landen Studer. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinals #4 Mason Haxton and #21 Isaac Prosser reach for a rebound. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Head Coach Chris Battin watches a hook shot by #5 Travis Theis. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback #22 Jarrett Bates shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback #45 Grant Bolen shoots from inside the lane. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback #5 Travis Theis shoots a three point shot over Hoisington Cardinal #3 Xavier Robinson. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #0 Drew Nicholson goes for a layup over Pratt Greenback #45 Grant Bolen. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #23 Chris Boese shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Head Coach Chris Battin talks to an official about the previous call. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback #5 Travis Theis discusses the previous call with an official. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #0 Drew Nicholson tries to dribble past Pratt Greenback #12 Brett Winsor. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #3 Xavier Robinson looks to the basket as Pratt Greenback #4 Landen Studer defends. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Hoisington Crimson Girls dance line perform during halftime. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Hoisington Crimson Girls dance line perform during halftime. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback #4 Landen Studer shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback #4 Landen Studer drives along the baseline with the ball. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback #15 Nathan Kolm looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal Head Coach Kyle Haxton watches a play develop. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback #5 Travis Theis dribbles with the ball. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback #4 Landen Studer brings the ball down the court. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #4 Mason Haxton tries to block the shot by Pratt Greenback #4 Landen Studer. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #5 Ryan Woydziak shoots over Pratt Greenback #5 Travis Theis. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #5 Ryan Woydziak guards Pratt Greenback #5 Travis Theis as he dribbles the ball. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Hoisington student section celebrates a made basket. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #4 Mason Haxton shoots a jump shot. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #5 Ryan Woydziak signals for a teammate to get into position for the play. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #3 Xavier Robinson pulls up for a jump shot. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #5 Ryan Woydziak shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #5 Ryan Woydziak leaps for a jump shot in the lane. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #0 Drew Nicholson and Pratt Greenback #12 Brett Winsor prepare to jump for the opening tip off. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #4 Mason Haxton greets fans during player introductions. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #0 Drew Nicholson greets fans during player introductions. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Pratt Greenbacks by a score of 47 to 41 in the Boys Championship game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)

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2018 Hoisington Winter Jam Otis-Bison Cougars vs Ellsworth Bearcats 1-20-19

The Boys Third Place game in the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam saw the Otis-Bison Cougars facing off with the Ellsworth Bearcats.

Ellsworth built a lead in the first half of 11 points by the break. In the second half, the Cougars tried to close the gap, but failed to make up enough ground. The Bearcats won the game and Third Place in the tournament with a 58 to 37 score.

Below are some of the pictures I took at the game:

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Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse and Ellsworth Bearcat #3 Jordan Base jump for the opening tip off. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #33 Anton Foust brings the ball up the court as Ellsworth Bearcat #11 Chris Fitzgerald defends. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #12 Luke Higgason goes for a layup as Ellsworth Bearcat #14 Grant Gwinner tries to block. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #12 Luke Higgason shoots a free throw attempt. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse tries to pull the ball away from Ellsworth Bearcat #2 Remington Cravens. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse shoots from the free throw line. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse dives for a loose ball as Ellsworth Bearcat #1 Kash Travnicheck tries to corral it. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #1 Blake Bahr shoots a three point shot. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat Head Coach Ryan Webber calls out to his players. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #14 Seth Hoopingarner shoots a deep jump shot. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #13 Clade Anderson tries to block a shot by Ellsworth Bearcat #2 Remington Cravens as contact is made. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #2 Caleb Cheely holds the ball up as he looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #33 Anton Foust shoots a free throw attempt. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Head Coach Curtis Little discusses a move with an official. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #2 Remington Cravens drives to near the basket. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #2 Remington Cravens goes for a layup as Otis-Bison Cougar #13 Clade Anderson defends. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #11 Chris Fitzgerald shoots a jump shot. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #23 Bransen Schulte brings the ball down the court. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #2 Remington Cravens shoots a jump shot over Otis-Bison Cougars #33 Anton Foust and #13 Clade Anderson. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse passes the ball to a teammate. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #14 Seth Hoopingarner brings the ball down the court. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #1 Blake Bahr drives with the ball. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #14 Seth Hoopingarner drives to the basket. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #2 Remington Cravens tries to knock the ball away from Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #2 Remington Cravens shoots a free throw attempt. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #1 Kash Travnicheck looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #13 Drew Kratzer looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #1 Kash Travnicheck shoots a layup. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #1 Kash Travnicheck shoots a free throw attempt. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #11 Chris Fitzgerald looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Otis-Bison Cougars and Ellsworth Bearcats shake hands following the game. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)

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2018 Hoisington Winter Jam Otis-Bison Cougars vs Hoisington Cardinals 1-19-18

The last game for the fourth day meant one last spot for the Boys Championship game for the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam. The Otis-Bison Cougars faced off against the hosting Hoisington Cardinals.

Hoisington came into the game with a plan to limit the scoring threats of the Cougars. They took way many opportunities for Clade Anderson and left the work on the shoulders of Maitland Wiltse. Wiltse accounted for almost half of Otis-Bison’s 46 points, but the Cardinals totaled 58 on the night.

The win means the Cardinals will play for a chance to be Hoisington Winter Jam Champions for a third straight year.

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Otis-Bison Cougar #14 Seth Hoopingarner pulls the ball back to pass it to a teammate. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
A Hoisington student yells support for his team. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #1 Blake Bahr brings the ball down the court. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse splits the defense of Hoisington Cardinals #4 Mason Haxton and #2 Avery Brewer. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #10 Jayce Kohls looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #14 Seth Hoopingarner dribbles between Hoisington Cardinals #21 Isaac Prosser and #5 Ryan Woydziak. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #33 Anton Foust looks for an open teammate as Hoisington Cardinal #5 Ryan Woydziak defends. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #33 Anton Foust goes for a layup. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse tries to poke away the ball from Hoisington Cardinal #0 Drew Nicholson. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #3 Xavier Robinson shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal Head Coach Kyle Haxton watches a play develop. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #0 Drew Nicholson shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #21 Isaac Prosser shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Hoisington Cardinals and Otis-Bison Cougars shake hands following the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)

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2018 Hoisington Winter Jam Russell Broncos vs Ellinwood Eagles 1-18-18

The final game of the third night of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam pitted the Russell Broncos versus the Ellinwood Eagles.

Out of the gate, both teams took a while to get on the board, taking almost four minutes to tally the first points. In the second quarter, Russell took firm control of the game and went to the locker room at halftime leading 28 to 5. The Broncos finished the game with a score of 60 to 17.

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Ellinwood Eagle #2 David Hammeke and Russell Bronco #32 Brooks Nichols coil to jump for the opening tip off. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellinwood Eagle #5 Brandon Carr calls out the play to be ran. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellinwood Eagle #24 Blake Garmam looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellinwood Eagle #2 David Hammeke looks to go for a shot as Russell Bronco #32 Brooks Nichols defends. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellinwood Eagle #24 Blake Garmam drives to the basket with the ball. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellinwood Eagle #35 Nathan Monday handles the ball at the top of the key. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Three Russell Broncos converge on Ellinwood Eagle #2 David Hammeke as he tries to control the ball. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellinwood Eagle #15 Tyler Knop drives up the court with the ball. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Russell Bronco #4 Austin Price starts to take a shot from behind the three point line. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Russell Bronco #5 Kyle Farmer looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Russell Bronco #4 Austin Price dribbles the ball while waiting for a teammate to get open. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellinwood Eagle Head Coach Derek Joiner addresses his players during a timeout. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Russell Bronco #24 Glenn Law goes up for a shot as Ellinwood Eagle #15 Tyler Knop defends. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Russell Bronco #24 Glenn Law drives down the court with the ball. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Russell Bronco #2 Tyler Whipple dribbles with the ball as Ellinwood Eagle #3 Lane Klepper defends. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellinwood Eagle #24 Blake Garmam goes for a layup as Russell Bronco #12 Jacob Kraus defends. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Russell Bronco #4 Austin Price drives down the court with the ball. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Russell Bronco #10 Koby Decker looks for an open teammate to pass the ball to. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Russell Bronco #2 Tyler Whipple goes for a shot as Ellinwood Eagles #35 Nathan Monday and #3 Lane Klepper defends. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Russell Bronco #2 Tyler Whipple shoots a free throw attempt. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellinwood Eagle #5 Brandon Carr looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellinwood Eagle #24 Blake Garmam tries to drive to the lan as Russell Bronco #10 Koby Decker defends. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellinwood Eagle #24 Blake Garmam shoots a free throw attempt. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellinwood Eagle #15 Tyler Knop drives with the ball. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellinwood Eagle #35 Nathan Monday drives to the basket. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Russell Bronco #22 Garrett Ewers lays up the ball. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Russell Broncos and Ellinwood Eagles shake hands following the game. The Russell Broncos defeated the Ellinwood Eagles by a score of 60 to 17 in the Consolation Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 18, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)

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Buhler Crusaders vs Great Bend Panthers 1-12-18

On the night of Winter Homecoming, the Great Bend Panthers welcomed the Buhler Crusaders to the Field House.

The victors jumped out to a 12 point lead late in the first quarter. Then Great Bend began chipping away to narrow it to four by halftime. The second half saw a back and forth, physical battle between the two teams. It even saw one player leave his shoe on the other end of the court at one point. By the end of the game, the Crusaders stood on top with a final score of 44 to 36.

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Buhler Crusader #2 Dalton Brown looks back as Great Bend Panther #5 Brock Blessing closes in on defense. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Buhler Crusader #21 Dylan Brown looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #15 Trent Stueder looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #2 Ty Esfeld considers putting up a shot as Buhler Crusader #2 Dalton Brown defends. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #5 Brock Blessing watches Buhler Crusader #21 Dylan Brown dribble the ball down the court. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Buhler Crusader #12 Taiden Hawkinson defends as Great Bend Panther #2 Ty Esfeld looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Buhler Crusader #50 Grant Owens drives towards the basket. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Buhler Crusader #50 Grant Owens goes up for a layup. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #15 Trent Stueder goes up for a jump shot over the Buhler Crusader defense. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #30 Blake Penka drives down the court with the ball. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #30 Blake Penka shoots a free throw attempt. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #10 Dalton Miller tries for a layup as Buhler Crusader #15 Dalton Smyres tries to swat away the shot. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Buhler Crusader #15 Dalton Smyres blocks a shot by Great Bend Panther #10 Dalton Miller. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #30 Blake Penka goes for a layup as Buhler Crusader #12 Taiden Hawkinson defends. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #2 Ty Esfeld tries to drive past Buhler Crusader #2 Dalton Brown. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #15 Trent Stueder tries to spin around Buhler Crusader #50 Grant Owens. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #10 Dalton Miller drives down the lan as Buhler Crusader #12 Taiden Hawkinson tries to stop him. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #10 Dalton Miller shoots a free throw attempt. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #5 Brock Blessing drives towards the basket. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #5 Brock Blessing goes up for a layup. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
A shoe from Great Bend Panther #5 Brock Blessing sits on the court after he lost it in the previous play. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #5 Brock Blessing puts his shoes back on after loosing it. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Buhler Crusader Cheerleader Carsyn Heinlein spins through the air as part of a cheer during a full time out. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #2 Ty Esfeld shoots a free throw attempt. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Buhler Crusader #2 Dalton Brown celebrates the victory with his teammates. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Buhler Crusaders and Great Bend Panthers shake hands following the game. The Buhler Crusaders defeated the Great Bend Panthers by a score of 44 to 36 the Great Bend High School Field House in Great Bend, Kansas on January 12, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)

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Hoisington Cardinals vs Central Plains Oilers 12-1-17

The Central Plains Oilers kicked off their latest season by hosting their neighbors from down Kansas Highway Four, the Hoisington Cardinals.

Central Plains took hold of the game quickly and never let go as they went on to win by a score of 68 to 24.

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Hoisington Cardinal #22 Chase Robinson looks for a teammate to pass the ball to as Central Plains Oiler #4 Myles Menges defends. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Central Plains Oiler #23 Brett Liebl goes up for a layup as two Hoisington Cardinals try to defend. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Central Plains Oiler #23 Brett Liebl shoots a free throw attempt. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Central Plains Oiler #1 Alex Hickel goes up for a layup. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Central Plains Oiler #1 Alex Hickel lays the basketball on the glass. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Central Plains Oiler #23 Brett Liebl shoots over Hoisington Cardinal #24 Eric Barrett. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Central Plains Oiler #4 Myles Menges takes a three point shot over Hoisington Cardinal #3 Xavier Robinson. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Central Plains Oiler #12 Devin Ryan drives down the court with the ball. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Central Plains Oiler #4 Myles Menges shoots a free throw attempt. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Central Plains Oiler #4 Myles Menges watches the ball as Hoisington Cardinal #25 Braxton Donovan dribbles down the court with it. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Central Plains Oiler #21 Alex Barton watches Hoisington Cardinal #0 Drew Nicholson while on defense. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Central Plains Oiler #21 Alex Barton heaves the ball down the court to try and catch the Hoisington Cardinals out of position. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Central Plains Oiler #1 Alex Hickel drives for the basket. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Central Plains Oiler #21 Alex Barton looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Central Plains Oiler #21 Alex Barton shoots over Hoisington Cardinal #22 Chase Robinson after driving into the lane. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Central Plains Oiler #23 Brett Liebl shoots a free throw attempt. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Central Plains Oiler #2 Lawson Oeser brings the ball down the court. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Central Plains Oiler Head Coach Brett Rolfs reacts to a call made by a referee. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal Head Coach Kyle Haxton calls out a play to his team. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #3 Xavier Robinson tries to dribble around Central Plains Oiler #4 Myles Menges. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #25 Braxton Donovan looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #22 Chase Robinson drives down the lane. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #3 Xavier Robinson shoots a free throw attempt. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #25 Braxton Donovan looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #24 Eric Barrett drives along the baseline. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #33 Derek Boxberger shoots a free throw attempt. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Central Plains Oilers and Hoisington Cardinals shake hands following the game. The Central Plains Oilers defeated Hoisington Cardinals by a score of 68 to 24 in a basketball game held at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on December 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)

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A New Way to Cover Sports – Season Coverage Pass

In years past, I’ve gone to games around the area either on my own or to provide coverage for a media organization. Many times I would post the photos I took from those games on this website for you to see. My hope would be that by seeing the photos, people would also purchase downloads or prints.

This year, I’m trying something different. I am going to let you help decide my schedule.

How?

I am offering what I call the “Season Coverage Pass.” What this is, for a small fee, I will add in a minimum number of games of your student athlete to my schedule an provide a set photos from those games.

Brenner Donovan flies through the air towards the basket. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hoisington Cardinals 52 to 41 at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on February 21, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)

At the end of the season, you will get all the photos on a disk or USB drive. During the season, I will send you an e-mail to let you know when I post more photos to your private gallery. If you want to, you can order prints from this gallery also. I will add more details in the future, but I also plan to offer custom designed and printed multi-image collage posters and or albums if you would like.

How many games will I attend? With basketball, I’m planning on a minimum of two. For Wrestling, I will make it to at least one meet.

Jonathan Ball (Hoisington) tosses Colton Hutchinson (Smith Center). Ball won the match and weight class 145 with a 12 to 1 major decision. The KSHSAA Class 321A State Wrestling Championships were held at Gross Memorial Coliseum on the campus of Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kansas on February 25, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)

How many photos per event? My goal is a minimum of 10 photos per game/meet. Though depending on how things go, there could be more.

Obviously, if I get more than one student from a team signed up, that will make it more likely that I will attend more events and bring my cameras along.

How much is the fee? I will be charging $85 per athlete for the season. As an introduction, I will be taking $25 off to make it $60 for any one that signs up their athlete by December 7th.

If you are interested in signing up your student athlete for this great opportunity, give me a call at 620-923-3258 or fill out the form below to e-mail me.

McPherson Boys Basketball vs Great Bend 2-7-17

In Class 4A Division I, the McPherson Bullpups currently hold a rank of fifth. The reason for this high make became very clear in their game with the Great Bend Panthers.

The Bullpups spread out the scoring and quickly built a ten point advantage in the first quarter. The score remained stable for a while, then McPherson kept adding to the difference on their way to a 57 to 30 final score.

One notable event during the evening took place when Great Bend’s Kody Crosby scored his 1,000th career point in the second quarter. He joins an exclusive club in Kansas High School Basketball history.

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The McPherson Cheerleaders line up for the National Anthem prior to the game. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #11 Konner Ireland greets fans during player introductions before the start of the game. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Great Bend Panthers huddle up prior to the start of the game. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
McPherson Bullpup Head Coach Kurt Kinnamon disagrees with a call. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #2 Ty Esfeld goes for a layup as McPherson Bullpup #41 Wyatt Seidl defends. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #3 Kody Crosby tries to penetrate asMcPherson Bullpup #13 Jake Alexander defends. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #13 Logan Perry shoots a free throw attempt. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
McPherson Bullpup Head Coach Kurt Kinnamon discusses a play with #23 Kyler Hoppes. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #23 Jacob Murray holds the ball away from McPherson Bullpup #43 Jayse Alexander. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #22 Koy Brack watches McPherson Bullpup #12 Mason Alexander pass the ball. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #11 Konner Ireland tries to go under the dribble of McPherson Bullpup #12 Mason Alexander. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
McPherson Bullpup #12 Mason Alexander tosses the ball after Great Bend Panther #11 Konner Ireland collides with him. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #23 Jacob Murray pulls in the ball as he goes for the lane while McPherson Bullpup #21 Thomas Diggs defends. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #23 Jacob Murray shoots a free throw attempt. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #2 Ty Esfeld dribbles the ball as McPherson Bullpup #12 Mason Alexander defends. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
McPherson Bullpup #24 Ben Pyle shoots over the Great Bend Panther defense. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Head Coach Tim Brooks looks to his bench for a substitute player to send in. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Great Bend Student Section applauds #3 Kody Crosby after he scored his 1,000th career point. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
McPherson Bullpup #24 Ben Pyle goes for a layup after splitting the Great Bend Panther defense. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #11 Konner Ireland tries to block a shot by McPherson Bullpup #12 Mason Alexander. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
McPherson Bullpup #12 Mason Alexander shoots a free throw attempt. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
McPherson Bullpup #2 Drew Labertew shoots a free throw attempt. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
McPherson Bullpup #24 Ben Pyle drives to the basket. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Darin Martin with the Kansas Shriners presents Great Bend Panther #23 Jacob Murray with a plaque for being accepted to play in the 44th Kansas Shrine Bowl this summer. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Coaches, family and local Kansas Shriners join Great Bend Panther #23 Jacob Murray in a group photo after a ceremony commemorating his acceptance to the 44th Kansas Shrine Bowl. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
McPherson Bullpup #12 Mason Alexander brings the ball down the court. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
McPherson Bullpup #24 Ben Pyle tries to dunk the ball. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
McPherson Bullpup #41 Wyatt Seidl sends Great Bend Panther #11 Konner Ireland flying as he goes for a layup. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #3 Kody Crosby shoots a free throw attempt. He scored his 1,000th career point earlier in the game. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #11 Konner Ireland shoots a free throw attempt. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther #22 Koy Brack shoots a free throw attempt. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Great Bend Panthers and McPherson Bullpups shake hands following the game. The McPherson Bullpups defeated the Great Bend Panthers with a score of 57 to 30 at the Great Bend High School Fieldhouse in Great Bend, Kansas on February 7, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)

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2017 Hoisington Winter Jam Hoisington Boys vs Otis-Bison 1-20-17

Going into the night with a perfect record, the Otis-Bison Cougars took on the host Hoisington Cardinals in the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam Boys Semi-Final.

Both teams held the other in check for a total of 16 points for the first quarter. The defensive struggle continued on to Halftime with a 19 to 17 score in favor of the Cardinals.

Then in the third quarter, Hoisington took off on a ten point run and never looked back. They handed Otis-Bison their first loss of the season with a final score of 56 to 39.

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Hoisington Cardinal #11 Tyler Specht greets fans after being introduced prior to the start of the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #13 Clade Anderson and Hoisington Cardinal #5 Cameron Davis jump for the opening tip off. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #11 Trevor Trapp looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #31 Kade Urban drives towards the lane. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #1 Blake Bahr tries to block a shot taken by Hoisington Cardinal #1 Brenner Donovan. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #33 Anton Foust looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal Head Coach Kyle Haxton talks to an official about a previous call. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #25 Braxton Donovan pursues Otis-Bison Cougar #11 Trevor Trapp down the court. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #1 Blake Bahr watches Hoisington Cardinal #22 Grant Dolechek dribble the ball. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #22 Grant Dolechek tips a shot from Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #33 Anton Foust shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #11 Trevor Trapp tries to block a shot from Hoisington Cardinal #22 Grant Dolechek. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #5 Cameron Davis looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #14 Alex Schremmer signals for a teammate to move up the court. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #1 Brenner Donovan watches a shot go towards the bucket. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #22 Grant Dolechek shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Head Coach Curtis Little watches a defensive play develop. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #31 Kyle Lang looks for a teammate to pass the ball to as Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse defends. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)