The Westminster Wolves's game last Wednesday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past Northglenn 46-43. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory Westminster has posted yet this season.
Westminster's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Hunter Goll, who dropped a double-double on 13 points and 14 rebounds. Goll has been hot recently, having posted eight or more rebounds the last three times he's played. Daigan Gray was another key contributor, scoring 19 points.
Northglenn's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jose Jaimes, who scored 11 points. Another player making a difference was Jonathan Hernandez, who scored nine points along with two steals.
Even though they lost, Northglenn smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive rebounds they've managed all season.
Westminster's victory bumped their record up to 3-9. As for Northglenn, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 6-6.
Westminster will be staying on the road on Saturday to face off against Eagle Ridge Academy at 10:30 a.m. on January 13th. Northglenn won't have much time to rest: their next match is against Prairie View at 7:00 p.m. on January 12th.
