Five Trojans hit double figures as seniors exit with 76-54 victory

By Erich Murphy

Bingo Magic Sports

DWIGHT — A common event to any sports season is the recognition of seniors before their final home game. Making this event more joyful is winning the game. This is what Dwight did Tuesday as five Trojans reached double figures in scoring in a 76-54 victory over Tri-Point at Kresl Memorial Gymnasium.

Roberto Pozes of Tri-Point, left, and Dwight’s Joey Starks go after a loose ball in Tuesday’s nonconference game at DTHS. Starks’ Trojans won the game 76-54 on Senior Night. (Erich Murphy/Bingo Magic Sports)

The evening’s slate of events included the recognition of the seniors before the game, and a special halftime performance by the cheerleaders, a couple of basketball players and other members of the student body.

But the main event was the ballgame. Where teams like to have an easy go of it, Tri-Point wasn’t going to play the patsy on this night. The Chargers put up quite the battle until Dwight’s depth and overall talent came to the forefront.

It was like a siege for the Trojans, who progressively pushed Tri-Point away. The two sides traded blows in the first quarter, but DTHS finished the period with a 16-15 edge.

Trevor Jensen of Dwight blocks out Tri-Point’s Glen Richie. Jensen scored a game-high 20 points to lead the Trojans past the Chargers. (Erich Murphy/Bingo Magic Sports)

Behind Trevor Jensen, the Trojans were able to create a little more room in the second period, outscoring The Point 19-12 for a 35-27 halftime advantage. Jensen scored nine points in the quarter.

Despite a short halftime pep talk — the team was in the balcony watching the halftime show that included senior Joey Starks — Dwight was able to turn up the heat on defense while outscoring the Chargers 21-12 in the frame, giving the home team a 56-39 lead heading into the final frame.

Joey Starks of Dwight tries to take a shot against Tri-Point Tuesday. Starks scored 10 points the Trojans’ 76-54 victory. (Erich Murphy/Bingo Magic Sports)

Six different players made the scoring column in the fourth quarter as the Trojans put the game away.

“The team’s offensive balance and consistent scoring across the lineup helped build and maintain a comfortable lead throughout the game,” DTHS head coach Jeremy Connor said. “Balanced scoring and depth were the keys to the win.”

Dwight’s Evan Cox looks for an open teammate in the Trojans’ game with Tri-Point Tuesday. (Erich Murphy/Bingo Magic Sports)

Jensen finished with a game-high 20 points in pacing the Trojans (16-12). Collin Bachand, Joe Duffy and Evan Cox chipped in 11 points apiece while Starks tallied 10.

Aiden Pelehowski of Tri-Point looks to pass the ball in Tuesday’s game at Dwight. (Erich Murphy/Bingo Magic Sports)

Aiden Pelehowski dropped 17 points for Tri-Point (10-16). Bryce Rock added 10 points while Mitch Woods, Allen lucero and Lance Hummel each scored 5 points.

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