Bucks Take Tournament Title at Tri County

Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Kingsley Area High School

The Varsity boys started the season with a win at Kingsley Monday night, 47-32. Eli Smith had a big night with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Mason Gugle added 6 points, 7 rebounds, 3 steaks and 5 assists. Ayden Nichols scored 6, and Grady Moore had 10 rebounds. 

Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Northern Michigan Christian HS

The Varsity Boys lost a tough one at NMC Tuesday night, 55-46. We struggled to hit shots, and weren't able to control the boards. Next game is at Roscommon on Thursday.

Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Mcbain High School

The varsity boys struggled with execution against a very good McBain team and the result was a 77-47 loss at home. We have much to work and improve on as we head into the heart of the Highland Conference schedule.  Next game is Friday at Beal City.

Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Manton High School

The varsity boys picked up a big road win at Manton Thursday night. It was a very gritty, physical TEAM win, with all 10 guys contributing to the victory. The Bucks had very balanced scoring once again, with Mason Gugle netting 17, Eli Smith 13, Sheen Pink 13, and Nathan Marks 7.  The boys are now 8-1 and will next play on Wednesday against McBain

Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Evart High School

It was kind of an ugly, first-game-after-break game, but the boys pulled out the win.  Balanced scoring was the key to the victory.  We are back in action Thursday at Manton. Mason Gugle:  19 points, 10 rebounds. Trevor Holmquist: 10 points, 11 rebounds. Eli Smith: 10 points. Nathan Marks: 11 points

Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Mancelona High School

The varsity boys built a big first-half lead but saw it slip away in the third quarter, eventually falling to Mancelona in overtime 61-53. Trevor Holmquist was the leading score with 12 points, while Eli Smith netted 10 and Sheen pink scored 9.  We are now off for the holiday break and will host Evart on Tuesday, January 2nd. GO BUCKS!

Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Lake City High School

The varsity boys had 4 players score in double figures (Mason Gugle, Sheen Pink, Trevor Holmquist and JJ Dean) and all 9 guys get in the scoring column in a tough 70-50 win over the Trojans. It was another solid TEAM win as the boys move to 6-0 on the season. Our next game is Tuesday at home against a very good Mancelona team. Tip off is 5:30 p.m. GO BUCKS!

Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Tri-County High School

Despite being down a couple of key players due to injury and illness, the boys battled their way to a 65-56 win over Tri County. Eli Smith stepped into a starting role and scored 16 points to lead a very balanced attack. Trevor Holmquist added 14 points, Sheen Pink 10, and Ayden Nichols 9 in a great TEAM victory.

Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Houghton Lake High School

The varsity boys improved to 4-0 with a 58-35 win over Houghton Lake. Nathan Marks had 15 points and 7 steals. Mason Gugle scored 14 and had 7 rebounds.. All ten guys scored and all ten played amazing defense!

Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Roscommon HS/MS

Another very good TEAM win for the varsity boys, as they overcame a number of players in early foul trouble. All 10 guys played great defense and helped secure the win. Mason Gugle 21 points 6 rebounds, Sheen Pink 11 points & 4 rebounds, Eli Smith 7 points (5/6 from the FT line in the 4th quarter) 4 rebounds and 2 steals, Trevor Holmquist 7 points and 11 rebounds

Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Harrison Community High School

Pine River 61  Harrison 19 With a very young team, it was important to get out of the blocks with a win, and our guys responded.  Our offense lagged a little behind, but our defense compensated for it, holding them to just 4 field goals.  We had 10 guys dressed and all ten contributed to the win.  Mason Gugle 19 points 8 rebounds, Trevor Holmquist 14 points 10 rebounds, Eli Smith 9 points Next : VS Roscommon at home on Friday