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Broncos advance
The win put them in the Regional Quarter Final game against Gruver, which will be played on Wednesday night, March 2, at Tascosa High at 7:00 p.m.
Game results and further playoff information will be posted on www.ClarendonLive.com as it becomes available.
The Broncos were in a dogfight Friday night as they tried to put space between them and the Wildcats. It was not easy, but senior standout Johnny Gaines took control of the game and the scoreboard as he finished with 34 points in the game.
The inside work of the Broncos paid off as well as they slowed Canadian’s big post player who finished with 17 points. The final minutes of the third period were crucial to the Broncos as they went on a scoring run to build an eight-point lead. The Broncos hit several key free throws late as the momentum was clearly on Clarendon’s side.
And the Wildcats could only stand back and watch as the Broncos backed up their number one ranking by grabbing the win and the trophy. The Bronco offense was slightly off, but defensively, the Broncos were able to convert on turnovers.
“We did a good job playing defense and were able to turn those into points,” Lockhart
said. “Overall, it was not a good shooting night, but I thought we played with great effort.”
Also scoring: Brayden Phillips 6, Chris Crump 6, Justin Shillings 3, and Mike Crump 2.
Bronco baseball squad defeats Fritch
In their first regular season game, the Broncos flexed their muscles against a good Fritch team and came away with a 6-5 win.
According to coach Brad Elam, the team was stacked with several young players who stepped in while the basketball players are still in post-season play.
“We had many young players step up and make plays when the game was on the line,” Elam said. “(I was) extremely happy with the results of the game.”
The Broncos got up early on the Eagles at 4-2, but Fritch tied the score midway into the game.
“They tied it, but we were able to score two in the bottom of the fifth for a two-run lead,” Elam said. “We then held them off in the sixth.”
Several players contributed to the score and the win and defensively, the Broncos stayed determined. The Bronco offense took control with many crucial hits.
“The top of the lineup was huge,” Elam said. “Trevor Cobb, John Levario and Troy Chambless scored two runs a piece and five different players drove in runs. Cobb drove in one on his first homerun of the season and Rowdy Speed and Dusty Rice drove in runs in the key fifth inning. Chambless and Dillon Nicholl had RBI’s in the first inning.
The Broncos had great results from the mound as well. “Chambless pitched four good innings striking out 11 (batters),” Elam said. “Cobb pitched a good inning and Caleb Mitchell came on to close the game out in the sixth.”
On Saturday, the Broncos inched by Arbor Christian Academy at 3-1. Troy Chambless was on the mound and nearly threw a shutout, as the Lions did not score until the final inning.
The Broncos earned their first run in the third inning when and scored again in the fourth and sixth.
“There was not much offense in this game, and we managed only three hits,” coach Brad Elam said. “But we were able to take advantage of some of their errors.”
According to Elam, John Levario, Rowdy Speed, and Dusty Rice had hits with Speed doubling in a run. Chambless scored two runs and Chance McAnear scored the other run.
“Chambless had a big day on the mound striking out 13 (hitters) and giving up only three hits,” Elam said. “He did tire a little late, but was able to battle through it to strike out the last batter with bases loaded. I am pleased with the results again playing with so many younger kids.”
The Broncos will play in a double-header Saturday, March 5, at West Texas High School beginning at 1:00 p.m. and travel to Electra to play their District opener Tuesday, March 8, beginning at 4:30 p.m.
Broncos named District Champs
The Clarendon Broncos sealed the deal last Tuesday night at home when they easily defeated Quanah, 73-31, to finish with a perfect district season.
The game belonged to the Broncos from the beginning as they executed well on offense to quickly gain the upper hand. On the opposite end, their defense was outstanding as they shut down anything the Indians tried. Johnny Gaines and Brayden Phillips finished in
double figures with 24 and 15 points.
Also scoring: Cole Ward 9, Mike Crump 6, Adam Topper 6, Justin Shillings 6, Chris Crump 5, and Wes Williams 2.
The Broncos took on Bushland last Friday night in a warm-up game and were defeated 53-63. Clarendon got up on the Falcons early and led by six points at the break. But their offense hit a rough spot in the second half, and Bushland gained the momentum to get the win.
“We played pretty good for three quarters,” coach Brandt Lockhart said. “But we fell in the fourth. We couldn’t make anything late in the game.”
Cole Ward worked hard inside and finished with 12 points, and Gaines pumped in 16.
Also scoring: Phillips 7, Shillings 6, C. Crump 4, Mike Crump 2, Daniel West 2, Wes Williams 2, and Diego Santos 2.
The Broncos will play Canadian at Amarillo High School on Friday, February 25. Game time was not available at press time. Visit www.ClarendonLive.com or www.facebook.com/TheEnterprise for the latest information.
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Broncos blow Cyclones away
The Clarendon Broncos are District Champions once again. They sealed the championship at home Friday night against Memphis with one game to play as of press time.
The 68-47 win was a just one more example of how strong the Broncos are this year and their unchallenged dominance on the court. According to head coach Brandt Lockhart; the game was topped off by great offensive play.
“We had a season high of 19 rebounds,” Lockhart said. “And we did a good job of forcing turnovers.”
The Broncos reigned supreme against Memphis from the tip off and led by 20 plus points at the break. Not only did their offensive play set the tempo of the game, the Broncos hustled defensively and frustrated their opponent.
Seniors Johnny Gaines and Brayden Phillips teamed up for seven of the Broncos’ three-pointers with Phillips turning five from the three-point line.
The Broncos also controlled the boards and used their strength to muscle their opponent.
Mike and Chris Crump showed a lot of power inside, and sophomores Cole Ward and Adam Topper came in and continued the dominance under the basket. Justin Shillings, Daniel West, Wes Williams, and newcomer Diego Santos helped around the perimeter.
The Broncos were able to coast the second half as they led by 30 after three.
Scoring: Gaines 22, Phillips 20, Ward 7, Shillings 8, M. Crump 5, C. Crump 2, Williams 2, and Topper 2.
The Broncos will continue their schedule in post-season play at a time to be announced.
Broncos roll on in District
The Broncos continued their dominance of District 3-1A last week as they rolled to a 6-0 record in District play.
Last Wednesday the Broncos took down Wheeler 60-39 on the road. Seniors Johnny Gaines and Brayden Phillips teamed up and accounted for 44 of the Broncos’ total points.
The Broncos pulled ahead by 10 early in the game and held their point-spread until the final quarter of play. Their defense held the Mustangs to only seven points while they put in 18.
“We shot the ball well,” head coach Brandt Lockhart said. “We did a good job of causing turnovers that gave us easy baskets.”
Senior Johnny Gaines accounted for 30 of Clarendon’s points, and Brayden Phillips also finished in double figures with 14.
Also scoring: Mike Crump 6, Cole Ward 4, Justin Shillings 2, Daniel West 2, and Chris Crump 2.
On Friday, the Broncos wiped out another foe when they defeated Wellington at home 57-46. The Broncos jumped out to the lead in the first half of play, but the Rockets would not give up. Clarendon gained a little ground in the fourth period to seal the win. Gaines and M. Crump finished in double figures with 25 and 11 points.
“We got a lot of offensive rebounds, which helped us get more chances to score,” Lockhart said.
Also scoring: Shillings 7, Phillips 5, Ward 5, and C. Crump 4.
The Broncos will play Memphis at home February 11 and travel to Quanah February 15 to end their regular season. Games will begin at 7:30 p.m.
Broncos slam opponents, 61-24
The Cyclones never gave the Broncos any competition as they used their defensive pressure to make easy baskets. Up by thirty points in the third quarter, the Broncos were able to coast to the win.
“We played well defensively,” coach Brandt Lockhart said. “They couldn’t handle our pressure; and in the third quarter, our defensive pressure caused several turnovers and were got the easy baskets.”
Scoring: Johnny Gaines 17, Brayden Phillips 10, Chris Crump 10, Justin Shillings 6, Adam Topper 6, Mike Crump 4, Daniel West 4, Cody Wood 2, and Cole Ward 2.
The Broncos held the Indians to only three fourth quarter points, which proved to be the game sealer for the Broncos in their romp over Quanah at home Friday night. The Broncos jumped on them early and stayed strong offensively to get the big win. Quanah tried to answer in the third quarter of play, but the Bronco defense was too tough to get anything going.
Gaines and Phillips connected on 20 and 18 points to lead the Broncos on the scoreboard, and C. Crump added nine for the win.
“We continue to play good defense, and I was proud of everyone’s effort,” Lockhart said.
Also scoring: Topper 4, West 3, Shillings 2, and Ward 2.
The Broncos will play Wellington at home Friday, February 4 and play Memphis at home February 11. They will play Quanah February 15 on the road.
Lady Broncos win
After playing the first quarter to a 12-12 tie, the Lady Broncos stepped up their game and went ahead by four at the break.
They came out in the second half and played hustle basketball to open up a 10-point lead on Memphis.
Offensively, the ladies executed well and stayed strong defensively. Jentry Shadle had a great game posting 25 points and McKayla Cartwright added 10 from her inside spot.
Also scoring: Anna Ceniceros 7, Trevela Dronzek 6, Lydia Howard 4, and Danielle Ford 3.
The ladies took on Quanah at home Friday night and outplayed the Lady Indians for three quarter, but fell short in the fourth losing 42-50.
Things got quiet for the Lady Broncos in the fourth period and Quanah took advantage of the cold streak to go up and get the win. “I felt that the girls played extremely hard, but I have not seen us pay an entire game,” head coach Molly Weatherred said. “We played three out of the four quarters, and we have to start putting complete games together.”
Scoring: Shadle 12, Cartwright 11, Dronzek 5, L. Howard 5, Deborah Howard 4, Jency Burton 2, Ceniceros 2, and Ford 1.
The ladies will play Wellington at home February 4 at 6:30 p.m. to end their district schedule.
Broncos outplay Sky Rockets
The Broncos are proving themselves as the top team in the area staying true to form Friday night at Wellington. The Broncos defeated the Rockets 69-51.
According to head coach Brandt Lockhart; the Rockets played the Broncos tough in the first quarter of play with the Broncos holding a slight five-point lead. Great execution offensively helped the Broncos to increase their lead before the break. Clarendon came on strong in the third quarter to put the game away.
“They played us tough the first quarter, but we came out in the third and played well,” Lockhart said. “We got up by 30 points in the third quarter. Our third bench played well for us.”
Johnny Gaines had a great scoring game with 25 points to lead the Broncos on the scoreboard. Brayden Phillips and Mike Crump hit double figures with 12 and 10 points. Also scoring: Cole Ward 9, Chris Crump 7, and Justin Shillings 6.
The Broncos will take on Quanah at home January 28 at 7:30 p.m. and travel to Wheeler February 1.
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