The 8th Grade A Team of Bandera Middle School displayed resilience and determination at the annual Hondo Basketball Tournament over the weekend. Despite facing challenges, the Bulldogs demonstrated commendable efforts in their games. In the first match against the Hondo Owls, the Bulldogs fought hard but fell short, losing 31-16. Mia Ranly showcased her skills with tough rebounds and offensive plays, while Addison Ashcraft maintained a perfect record from the free-throw line, going 4-4. Briley Clark and Pyper Barnard contributed to the team's strong defense.
Points:
- Mia Ranly: 4
- Addison Ashcraft: 4
- Kaylee Fried: 4
- Pyper Barnard: 4
- Alaina Gross: 2
In a closely contested game against Devine, the Lady Bulldogs experienced a heartbreak loss with a final score of 23-25. The team displayed a strong defensive performance and achieved their highest rebounding game with 29 rebounds. The players emphasized the importance of rebounds and limiting second-chance shots for the opponents. Pyper Barnard's three-pointer was a highlight of the game.
Points:
- Pyper Barnard: 9
- Alaina Gross: 8
- Mia Ranly: 2
- Addison Ashcraft: 2
- Kaylee Fried: 2
The 7th Grade A Team also participated in the tournament, facing tough competition. In a nail-biting match against the Hondo Owls, the Lady Bulldogs fell short in the final minutes, losing 15-16. The team focused on rebounding and preventing their opponents from scoring. Rehnahta Gomez and Sienna Collazo led in rebounds, with several players contributing steals and blocks.
In their next game against Medina Valley, despite a heartbreaking loss, the 7th Grade A Team continued to play with heart and integrity. Players showcased their skills in rebounds, steals, assists, and blocks, demonstrating their commitment to the game.
