STORM SURGE PAST GATORS


     The Stephen-Argyle Storm saw that the Gators were in a ThanksGIVING mood and took advantage of 25 Gator turnovers in route to a 61-36 victory over the Gators.  Much like their first game the Gators kept the game close throughout the first half as they used strong defense to cause 25 Storm turnovers.  The second half however, saw the younger Gators wear down against the senior led Storm team and a 7 point game at halftime turned into a 25 point thumping.

     The Gators were led in scoring by Darius Watson who had 8 points.  Watson’s ball handling and court savvy kept the Gators close in the first half.  Aaron Dostal chipped in 7 points and ripped down 12 rebounds.  Logan Dvergsten and Ben Lieberg each scored 6 points.  The Storm had 2 players land in double figures.  Owen Ellefson pumped in 19 and Lance Yutrzenka scored 12

     Despite the lopsided loss the Gators showed grit and determination throughout the game.  The younger Gators also showed marked improvement over game one.  The Gator coaching staff hopes the team can continue to show progress.  The task ahead does not get any easier.  After taking two days off for Thanksgiving the Gators will mix in 4 practices before the schedule really heats up.  The Gators will be at home next Thursday against a strong and well coached Kittson Count Bearcat team.  On Friday the Gators will travel to Clearbrook to take on the Clearbrook-Gonvick Bears and will play the Bears again on Monday (December 9th) in the opening round of the NCTC Holiday Tournament.  BGMR hopes that Bear season is open as the Gators plan to do some hunting.  By Kent Christian