Hugoton’s boys kicked off their 2018 Blue and Red Classic with a loss against Perryton. They outscored the Rangers in the first quarter, and then couldn’t regain their rhythm, ultimately losing the contest 60-78. The second day of the tourney went much better for the Eagles as they battled the Guymon High School. Hugoton came out swinging, outscoring the visiting Tigers in every quarter except the second. Friday’s game ended with an Eagle victory 62-45. This landed the Hugoton boys in Saturday’s championship game.
December 8, the boys of HHS took the court at 8:15 p.m. to take on the Perryton Rangers once more. This time the Eagles were prepared for the onslaught, scoring 69 points to Perryton’s 65. Damian Lewis was high scorer for the game, tallying a jaw-dropping 39 points throughout the four quarters, including ten of the game’s 11 three-pointers. Carlos Montiel was next with his 14 points – four two point buckets, a three-pointer and three free throws. Ivan Valles contributed seven – five from the free throw line. Sawyer Harper recorded four. Michael Mirabal had three, while Jagger Hertel and Jayce Korf each made a free throw.
Damian Lewis and Carlos Montiel were both named to this year’s Blue and Red All-Tournament team.
The varsity boys will play next against Scott City at home Friday, December 14 with tip-off at 8:00 p.m.