Cross-Town Rivalry Decided: Lady Knights Prevail, Hellgate Boys Secure Season Win
Hellgate Knights Secure Crosstown Victory Over Sentinel Spartans
In a closely contested crosstown basketball game, the Hellgate Knights emerged victorious against the Sentinel Spartans with a final score of 41-38. The Knights' win marks their fourth straight victory, improving their record to 10-6, 8-4.
The game started off evenly matched, with the score tied at 13-all at the end of the first quarter. However, the Knights managed to pull ahead in the second quarter, holding the Spartans to just 6 points and taking a 24-19 lead into halftime, thanks in part to Grady Walker's 4 steals and 5 points.
The Knights' momentum continued into the third quarter, as Chance McNulty scored two transition buckets from half-court heaves, courtesy of Sant. Alix Mund also contributed 5 points in the quarter, helping the Knights nearly double their score from the second half. By the end of the third quarter, the Knights had extended their lead to 42-24.
Chloe Larson led the scoring for the Knights with 12 points, while Emily McElmurry topped the Spartans with 17 points. Easton Sant also had a standout performance for the Knights, scoring 20 points, grabbing 9 rebounds, and dishing out 4 assists.
The victory evened the 2024 crosstown series to 1-1 for the Knights. The Sentinel Spartans' record now stands at 7-9, 4-8 following the loss.
Looking ahead, the Hellgate Knights will take on Kalispell schools this week, with their final two games of the regular season against Glacier (Lady Knights) and Flathead (boys). The Knights have already secured the number 1 seed in the Western AA rankings.
Chloe Larson, a key player for the Knights, is an active member of the team, as evidenced by her presence in official team photos on the Hellgate Girls Basketball Instagram account. While specific details about her significance or achievements within the team are not provided, her participation in official team posts suggests she is a recognised member of the program.
The Hellgate Knights will be looking to continue their winning streak as they head into the final stretch of the regular season.
Basketball was the sport played by the Hellgate Knights and Sentinel Spartans in their closely contested crosstown game. Chance McNulty, a member of the Knights, scored two transition buckets from half-court heaves during the game, demonstrating his skills in the sport.
