Basketball Recap: Moscow Gets the Win

By Team Reports Jan 29, 2026, 9:45am

Basketball Recap: Moscow Bears vs. Lewiston Bengals

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Previous Games

01/27/26 - Away49-47 W
01/13/26 - Home37-46 L
12/31/25 - Neutral48-32 W
01/28/25 - Home31-40 L
01/14/25 - Away42-30 W
+ 5 more games

After losing to Lewiston the last time they met, Moscow decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Bears came out on top in a nail-biter against the Bengals on Tuesday, sneaking past 49-47.

Despite the loss, Lewiston saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Mady Bruce shot 42% from the field on her way to 18 points and three steals. Those 18 points set a new season-high mark for Bruce. Paytland Schnell was another key player, putting up 11 points.

The victory got Moscow back to even at 10-10. As for Lewiston, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last eight matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-11 record this season.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Moscow will take on Rogers at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Lewiston, they will challenge Lakeland at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. The Hawks will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Bengals surely won't give up without a fight.

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