All Three Hoop Star Teams Win

The Monticello Hoop Stars were back in action last Saturday, March 5 in Hancock County with all three teams competing.

The action versus the Bulldogs was tough but all three Jasper County teams came home victorious.

The nine and 10 year-olds, coached by Greg Robinson, were down early by 10, but came back from behind to defeat the Bulldogs. In the second half, both teams went back and forth trading baskets for points.

In the final seconds of the game the Hoop Stars were able to hold off the Bulldogs, winning by a score of 38-37 making the nine and 10 year -olds undefeated thus far.

The second game of the day featured the 11-13 year-olds, coached by Pastor Rufus Whitlock.
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They became victorious when they were able to get ahead early, stunning their opponents with suffocating defense, great passing and scoring on defense. One of Mr. Whitlock’s key strategies is to play quicker then the other team, and that is exactly what his team did.

The final score was 48-37, making this team undefeated so far as well.

In the 15-17 year-old Hoop Stars game, they had a tough match up against the Bulldogs who were just competing a run in the high school playoffs. The scoring went back and forth for a while and then the game went on with the defense toughening up.

With great coaching by Don Stodghill, he was able to motivate his team to keep them hustling and playing hard. Finally they, too, came out on top by a score of 53-52.

The Hoop Stars would like to thank all of the parents, coaches, and fans who support these young men.
For further information interested persons may contact Mr. Whitlock or Tyrone Dennis.