Basketball Recap: Northfield Sets Scoring Season-High Against Westminster

Nighthawks

Team Score

12/14/24 vs Westminster	78
12/03/24 vs DSST: Green Valley Ranch	65
12/12/24 vs Castle View	63
12/13/24 vs Fruita Monument	55
12/05/24 @ ThunderRidge	48

Northfield had to skate by with only a two-point margin when they last took the court, which might have inspired the 21-point drubbing they dealt Westminster on Saturday. The Northfield Nighthawks blew past the Westminster Wolves 78-57. The Nighthawks' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.

Northfield was led to victory by Judah Michael and Alex Ensor. Michael posted 27 points in addition to six rebounds and four steals, while Ensor almost dropped a double-double on 19 points and nine rebounds. Ensor is also crushing it when it comes to blocks: he's posted at least three every time he's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Daizhon Walker, who had ten points and three steals.

Northfield smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 18 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive rebounds in four consecutive matchups.

Westminster's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Michael Davidson, who went 7 of 9 on his way to 17 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Elyas Romero, who went 5 of 11 on his way to 13 points.

Northfield now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Westminster, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-3 record this season.

Northfield will welcome Northglenn at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Westminster, they will head out to take on Thornton at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.