Timpview is on a ten-game streak of home wins (dating back to last season), while Springville is on a three-game streak of away wins: one of those streaks is about to end. The Thunderbirds will welcome the Red Devils at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Timpview knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 55 points or more in their past 22 games -- so hopefully Springville likes a good challenge.
Timpview is coming in fresh off a high-stakes matchup with another one of Utah's top teams: Wasatch, who was ranked 16th at the time (Timpview was ranked second). The Thunderbirds simply couldn't be stopped on Tuesday as they easily beat the Wasps 74-42. The Thunderbirds have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won nine matchups by 23 points or more this season.
Will Openshaw had another great game (as he tends to do), almost dropping a double-double with 21 points and nine boards. What's more, he posted four steals, the most he's had since back in November of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Mason Ford, who shot 69% from the field to rack up 21 points.
Timpview smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 13 offensive rebounds. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their offensive rebound total in four consecutive contests.
The home team had won the previous four meetings between Springville and Payson, and Springville kept the tradition alive. The Red Devils blew past the Lions 69-48 on Tuesday. The Red Devils are also no stranger to big wins: their blowout was the eighth game they've won by 20+ points this season.
Timpview better keep an eye on Mason Hansen. He was instrumental in Springville's win, going 8-for-18 en route to 24 points along with five assists and three steals. Thanks to that strong game, Hansen now owns an excellent 40.1% three-point shooting accuracy. Swift Hall was another key player, shooting 64% from the field on his way to 18 points and five rebounds.
Timpview's win bumped their record up to 20-2. As for Springville, their victory bumped their record up to 15-6.
Friday's matchup is shaping up to be a masterclass in shooting: Timpview just can't miss this season, having drained 48.3% of their shots per game. However, it's not like Springville struggles in that department as they've drained 47.9% of their field goals this season. Given these competing strengths, it'll be interesting to see how their clash plays out.
Timpview beat Springville 65-56 in their previous meeting back in January of 2025. Do the Thunderbirds have another victory up their sleeve, or will the Red Devils turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
