Red Devil boys rack up wins

The Noxon teams hit the road first taking on the Clark Fork Wampus Cats last Thursday with the boys taking home the win 79-44, while the girls lost 41-34. The Red Devils then split with Valley Christian on Saturday with the boys winning 72-57 and the girls falling 52-18.

NOXON 79, CLARK FORK 44

Noxon hit the court putting full court pressure on the Cats jumping on an early lead, putting up 29 points in the first quarter alone. Headed into the second Noxon never faltered their full pressure and would be able to continue to make their lead larger.

The Red Devils continued to widen the point gap in the second half.

“We were able to put in our second string guys in the fourth and they did great,” said head coach Trevor Kayser. “After losing to these guys by a point or so the last couple of years, it felt good to come away with an easy win."

Cameron Blair led for the Devils with 25 points, while Shane Murray was behind with 22 for Noxon.

CLARK FORK 41, NOXON 34

It was a different story for the Lady Devils as they fought hard against the Lady Wampus Cats but couldn’t come out on top.

“They really came alive and were able to fight back in the last two quarters, communication is getting better and I can’t wait to see them continue and grow,” said Noxon head coach Cory Brodmerkle.

Seanna Richter led for the Devils with 14 points, Jasmin Risch behind with 12. Out of the teams 29 rebounds Richter and Risch led with eight each, while Emma Swanson had four steals and two blocks.

VALLEY CHRISTIAN 52, NOXON 18

Then the Lady Devils hit the road again on Saturday to take on the Valley Christian Lady Eagles, falling 52-18.

The Eagles came out on fire and would gain 11 points before the Devils could put points on the board. Noxon would only gain one point from a free throw for the first quarter. In the second quarter the Eagles would come out gaining the first points. But the Devils were able to gain a steal and a basket putting more points on the board.

“It was a really physical game, and we got into a little bit of foul trouble but no one gave up,” said coach Brodmerkle.

The Eagles were up by 24 points at the start of the third and kept up the intensity throughout the second half to secure the win.

“We are excited to host Victor and redeem ourselves with a conference game.” Brodmerkle stated.

NOXON 72, VALLEY CHRISTIAN 57

It was then the Devils turn to take on the Valley Christian Eagles taking the on the road win 72-57.

The Devils quickly pulled out ahead in the first quarter and kept the edge throughout the first half.

The Devils came out after half time and continued playing their game, and would hold onto their lead. While the Eagles tried to lessen the point gap, they wouldn’t be able to take the lead from Noxon. The Eagles would hit a three pointer that would put the score within three points until the Devils were able to capitalize off several Valley Christian mistakes to once again pull ahead. Noxon kept their fire and would come out to gain the first points over the Eagles. The Devils would put up an impressive 22 points in the final quarter while the Eagles were only allowed to put down 15.

“It was a nice win, the boys battled and were able to pull ahead in the end. Justice Kayser and Cameron Blair hit some key shots for us. Overall we played decently and got a good conference win,” said coach Kayser.

Noxon hosts their first home game against the Victor Pirates on Saturday.