Basketball Recap: Roger Roether III Key Part of a Team Effort in Warriors Win

Warriors

Margin (Wins)

12/18/24 vs White River	35
01/18/25 @ Todd County	25
01/23/25 vs Crazy Horse	20

After losing to Crazy Horse the last time they met, St. Francis Indian decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The St. Francis Indian Warriors were the clear victor by a 77-57 margin over the Crazy Horse Chiefs on Thursday. The Warriors have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won three matchups by 20 points or more this season.

St. Francis Indian got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Roger Roether III out in front who dropped a double-double on 12 points and 11 rebounds. Another player making a difference was Ty Fast Horse-Valandra, who went 6 of 8 on his way to 14 points and five boards.

St. Francis Indian was working as a unit and finished the game with 22 assists. That's the most assists they've managed all season.

St. Francis Indian now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Crazy Horse, they suffered their first road loss, dropping their record down to 7-5.

St. Francis Indian didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next contest, a 54-41 victory against Chester on the 25th. As for Crazy Horse, they will take on Wakpala in a tournament on Thursday.