Basketball Recap: Williston-Elko Takes a Loss

Williston-Elko suffered their closest defeat since December 16, 2024 on Friday. They fell just short of the Horse Creek Academy Stallions by a score of 66-63. The Blue Devils were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Stallions earlier this season, when they won 72-60.

Horse Creek Academy's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Kingston Hightower, who posted 20 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Aidan Walls, who put up 17 points.

Williston-Elko has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 10-7 record this season. As for Horse Creek Academy, they moved to 3-11 with that win, which also ended their eight-game losing streak.

When Williston-Elko and Horse Creek Academy next hit the court, they'll be up against teams who recently just can't seem to lose. Williston-Elko will challenge Hunter-Kinard-Tyler and their six-game winning streak at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Horse Creek Academy will try to stop Augusta Prep Day's five-game winning streak when the meet at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday.