Wauwatosa West Boys Basketball get big win at Menomonee Falls in an close, action packed game ending 88-85.
BOTTOM LINE: The Trojans started strong, ending the first half up 7 after a 3 point buzzer beater for Menomonee Falls to end the half. Sophomore MJ Mitchell had a great start to the second half while Star Sophomore Jaylen Brown sat due to foul trouble. Trojans had a 3 point lead with 6 seconds remaining when Menomonee Falls rims out the tying buzzer beater.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Sophomore MJ Mitchell lead the Trojans scoring a impressive 39 points for a personal best
- Jake Hansen had a good night shooting 8/15 from the field and 4/4 from the line.
- The Trojans had a good lead most of the game before the falls took a 83-82 lead with a little more than a minute left in the game.
WHAT’S NEXT?: The Trojans have a huge game next Friday February 7 against Tosa East at home. Come support your school.
PLAYER’S THOUGHT: “It was an all around team effort, everyone stepping up at different times throughout the game. We were able to remain composed in a hostile environment and came out with the win” said Senior guard Jake Hansen.
OUR THOUGHTS: It was a great win for the Trojans and we greatly help them move up in the conference. Menominee falls was tied for first in the conference going into the night, while the Trojans moved up from 5th. Great team to beat, especially on the road, this win will hopefully boost morale going into the playoffs in a couple weeks.
FOR THE BOOKS: 11 wins, 6 losses
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