The Firebird basketball program continues to roll on all three levels after wins at Desert Ridge and Maryvale this week. The coaches are pleased with the early efforts of all three teams and hope to continue their winning ways against Perry on Friday night for their season home-opener and at Gilbert next Tuesday.
The varsity pulled out an 11-point win on Tuesday against the Jaguars of Desert Ridge. The Birds were led in scoring by senior Zeke Chapman and sophomore Joe Boyd with 16 apiece. On Thursday, the Birds ran over Maryvale, defeating the Panthers 75-40. Senior Alex Pyper paced Chaparral with 22pts and senior Luke Roh turned in the performance of the night with a career-high 21 rebounds from the point guard spot. Chapman also dished out eight assists.
The junior varsity manhandled their two opponents thus far with victories of 35 and 39 points. Chaparral has been led by junior Luke Stivrins who has dominated in both games, scoring 26pts against Maryvale to lead all scorers. The defense of the Birds has been the difference maker, holding their opponents to 24 and 31 points respectively.
The freshmen team begins the season 2-0 also after a 61-50 win against the Jaguars and a close victory, 68-64, over the Panthers. The Birds have been led by strong performances by Gino Littles, Andrew Croft, and Marco Dengel. Several other freshmen have contributed as well.
All three teams will face their toughest competition of the early season against Perry on Friday. Come out and support the Birds as they look to continue their winning streaks. THE TIME IS NOW!
Posted by Matt Neimeyer
Oct 26, 2011
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Oct 26, 2011