Broncos strong-arm Wheeler

By Sandy Anderberg

The Broncos ended the first half of district play with big wins over the Mustangs of Wheeler and the Quanah Indians last week. They were able to defeat Wheeler 55-42 with three players finishing in double figures.

A strong defensive presence hindered the Mustangs after a tight first half of play. One point separated the team at the break. teamwork was the name of the game in the final two quarters as the Broncos were able to get the job done on both ends of the court.

Wheeler could not stop the inside strength of Mason Sims who finished with 17 and hit 50 percent of his free throws. They struggled to slow down Lyric Smith as well who also finished with 17 hitting one three-pointer and two of four from the bonus line.

Anthony Ceniceros was a hinderance to the Mustangs as he was able to hit three from the arc and finish at 75 percent from the free throw line for 15 points. Also scoring was Leyante Prince, Kaleb Bolin, and Levi Gates with two each.

The Broncos had another tight first-half game with Quanah at home and struggled to shake them until the second half of play. Tied at 21 all at the break, the Broncos came on strong in the opening quarter of the second half to take a commanding 14-point lead.
Ceniceros and Jaxan McAnear had success with the three ball and put in three apiece to help in the win. Once again, Ceniceros led the way with 22 points and shooting 80 percent from the bonus line. McAnear finished with nine points. Smith was strong offensively with 14 points and finished at 80 percent from the bonus line as well. Prince put in six and Sims helped with four.

The Broncos will travel to Shamrock Feb. 2 and take on Wellington at home on Feb. 6.