UPDATE: In an electrifying showdown, Colten Dubay propelled the Swan Valley Vikings to a decisive 46-35 victory over Hemlock last night, January 9, 2024. Dubay’s remarkable performance included 27 points, 11 rebounds, and six steals, making him a standout player in the fourth quarter where the Vikings outscored Hemlock 16-9.
Swan Valley’s coach, Josh Beougher, praised Dubay’s clutch shooting, stating, “We had a solid fourth quarter with clutch 3-pointers by Colten Dubay. That, matched with the team making free throws down the stretch, sealed the game.” The Vikings initially led 23-14 at halftime, but Hemlock fought back, narrowing the gap to 30-26 by the end of the third quarter.
The defensive tension was palpable throughout the match, with both teams battling fiercely for every point. “It was a defensive battle for most of the game with hard-fought baskets,” Beougher remarked. Despite Hemlock’s efforts, including Gavin Schmidt leading his team with nine points and seven rebounds, they struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
In other key games across the area, Frankenmuth dominated Haslett 65-38, maintaining their undefeated record with Cash Tedford contributing 21 points. The Eagles established a commanding lead early, scoring 28-8 in the first quarter and 41-13 at halftime.
Meanwhile, Midland Dow showcased an impressive performance against Midland High, winning 87-48 with six players scoring in double figures. Wynn Diegel led the charge with 22 points, while the team excelled at the free-throw line, hitting 21 of 24 attempts.
The action didn’t stop there as Chesaning extended their winning streak to seven with a victory over New Lothrop, 59-37. Law Danek led the Indians with 21 points, further solidifying their standing in the Mid-Michigan Activities Conference.
As the basketball season heats up, fans can expect more thrilling matchups and standout performances. The next games will be crucial as teams aim to solidify their positions in their respective leagues.
Stay tuned for more updates as this season unfolds, and make sure to catch the next round of exciting high school basketball action!
