Broncos overpower Wheeler

Broncos overpower Wheeler
The Clarendon Broncos remained in top form Friday night in their District opener against Wheeler to go 1-0.

Tough offense and hustle defense allowed the Broncos to defeat the Mustangs, 62-46.

The Broncos opened a huge lead on Wheeler in the first quarter of play with their offensive quickness and intense defense.

They held a 17-point advantage at the break.

They were able to hold off any attempt on Wheeler’s part to get back in the game and took the 16-point win. Senior Johnny Gaines pumped in 23 points to lead the team on the scoreboard, and fellow senior Brayden Phillips helped with 17. Phillips hit several crucial three-pointers to help the Broncos with the win.

“We did a good job tonight,” coach Brandt Lockhart said, “and we got a lot better start.

“We forced several Wheeler turnovers and played well throughout the game. Our bench played good.”

Also scoring: Mike Crump 8, Chris Crump 6, Justin Shillings 4, Daniel West 3, and Adam Topper 1.

The Broncos took on Arbor Academy at home earlier in the week and defeated them 67-59. The Broncos played hard against the Lions but could never open a huge lead. Three Broncos ended the game in double figures with Phillips connecting for 22 to lead the Broncos. Gaines and Shillings finished with 14 and 10 points.

“It was a good job to come back and win the game,” Lockhart said. “We really didn’t come out ready to play in the first half but came out ready to go in the second.”
Also scoring: C. Crump 9, M. Crump 8, and Topper 4.

The Broncos will be open January 21, but will travel to Memphis January 25 and play at 7:30 p.m.