Timpview faced Pleasant Grove in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. The Thunderbirds took down the Vikings 83-67. That's more bragging rights for the Thunderbirds, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Dean Rueckert
| 01/30/26 @ Pleasant Grove | 69% |
| 01/27/26 @ Layton Christian Academy | 50% |
| 01/23/26 vs Maple Mountain | 33% |
| 01/20/26 @ Salem Hills | 58% |
| 01/16/26 vs Payson | 62% |
| + 21 more games |
Timpview got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Dean Rueckert out in front who went 11-for-16 to rack up 28 points and five rebounds. What's more, Rueckert also posted a 69% shooting accuracy, which is the highest he's achieved since back in January of 2025. Another player making a difference was Jackson Palmer, who dropped a double-double with 11 points and ten boards.
Timpview was working as a unit and finished the game with 28 assists. That's the most assists they've managed all season.
When it comes to explaining why Pleasant Grove lost, don't look at Brennan Blackett. Despite the final result, he posted 17 points and seven rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Preston White, who had ten points and six boards.
Timpview's record now sits at 17-2. As for Pleasant Grove, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 10-10 record this season.
Timpview will challenge Orem at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Thunderbirds will need to watch out since the Tigers have now posted at least 55 points in their last five contests. As for Pleasant Grove, they will face off against Payson at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Vikings will be up against the Lions' rather soft defense (which has allowed 57.12 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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