Basketball Recap: Highland Drops Highest Score of Season Against Manzano

Hornets

Team Score (Highest)

12/09/25 vs Manzano	75
11/25/25 vs Rio Grande	74
12/06/25 vs Los Alamos	69
12/05/25 @ Pojoaque Valley	66
12/04/25 vs St. Michael's	57

Highland extended their winning streak to three on Tuesday, bumping them up to 5-1. Everything went their way against the Manzano Monarchs as they made off with a 75-55 win. The Hornets' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.

Highland's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Nico Sanchez led the charge by almost dropping a double-double with 27 points and nine boards. Sanchez is also on a roll when it comes to shooting accuracy, as he's posted one of at least 45% in the last three games he's played. Edwin Montelongo was another key player, almost dropping a triple-double with 15 points, nine rebounds, and ten assists.

Highland smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 15 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive rebounds in eight consecutive games dating back to last season.

As for Manzano, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-3. They have struggled against Highland recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive lost matchup.

Manzano's loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Bryce Johnson, who went 7-for-14 on his way to 19 points and five boards. Johnson also posted an assist, marking his first of the season. Another player making a difference was Eduardo Laguna, who posted ten points and six rebounds.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Highland will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Volcano Vista at 7:00 p.m. on the 19th. As for Manzano, they will challenge Gadsden at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.