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Apaches Defeat Dragons in Conference Victory
Apaches Defeat Dragons in Conference Victory

Apaches Defeat Dragons in Conference Victory

Paris, TX – The Apaches delivered an impressive performance on the road, securing a 66-54 victory against Paris Junior College in their latest conference matchup.

The team has shown remarkable improvement after early-season struggles, particularly in the third quarter. But now, the Apaches have turned the corner, showing consistency in scoring and maintaining strong momentum throughout the game. They started strong, taking a 19-16 lead in the first quarter, and followed it up with a solid 16-14 effort in the second, heading into halftime with a 35-30 advantage over the Dragons.

In the second half, the Apaches came out with even more intensity, outscoring Paris 16-10 in the third quarter and then holding off a late charge to finish strong with a 15-14 edge in the fourth. The victory was hard-fought, but the Apaches' consistency and teamwork were key in overcoming the Dragons.

Key players in the win included Da'Lonna Choice, who led the way with 17 points, 5 assists, and 3 steals, and Kyra Anderson, who made an impactful return from injury. Anderson came off the bench to contribute a double-double, posting 15 points and 10 rebounds, helping to seal the win.

The Apaches look to continue their momentum as they return home to face Coastal Bend on Wednesday, January 15th, at 5:30 pm. Don't miss the action as the Apaches aim for another victory.