Tetons Dominate on the Road, Stay Perfect in MonDak Play
The Teton Men's and Women's Basketball teams showcased their dominance over the weekend, completing a road sweep against North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS) and Lake Region State College. Both squads remain unbeaten in MonDak conference play, delivering performances that highlighted their depth, resilience, and championship aspirations.
Women's Basketball: A Weekend of Excellence
The Teton Women started their road trip in style, cruising to an impressive 83-49 victory over NDSCS on Sunday. Despite a competitive first half, the Tetons pulled away with a commanding second-half performance, led by their stellar starting five, all of whom scored in double digits.
Jersey Berg and Kylie Simpson led the charge with 17 points each, while Alliston Kunze delivered a standout performance, filling the stat sheet with 14 points, 13 rebounds, and 4 assists. The team's balanced scoring and relentless defensive effort proved too much for NDSCS to handle.
On Monday, the Tetons faced Lake Region in what was expected to be a grueling back-to-back matchup. However, the Tetons remained undeterred, securing a 63-50 victory. Allie Garcia stepped up with a game-high 18 points, complemented by 8 rebounds and five three-pointers. The Tetons' ability to maintain their intensity on both ends of the court solidified their perfect conference record.
Men's Basketball: Statement Wins
The Teton Men matched their counterparts' energy, delivering two commanding victories to keep their own perfect conference streak intact. On Sunday, the Tetons overwhelmed NDSCS 93-70, fueled by a sensational performance from freshman phenom Josiah McDonald. McDonald stuffed the stat sheet with 19 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 steals, and 4 blocks, showcasing his versatility and poise under pressure.
The Tetons carried their momentum into Monday's game against Lake Region, emerging victorious with an 89-67 win. McDonald continued his remarkable form, leading the team with 22 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists, and 4 steals. Demetric Kindle, returning to full strength after a leg injury earlier in the season, provided a crucial spark off the bench, contributing 17 points, 9 rebounds, and 2 steals in just 16 minutes of action.
Tetons Stay Unbeaten
The weekend sweep underscores the Tetons' depth, teamwork, and ability to rise to the occasion. Both teams remain perfect in MonDak play, sending a clear message to their conference rivals: the Tetons are a force to be reckoned with.
As the season progresses, fans can expect these squads to continue their push for conference supremacy. With standout performers like McDonald, Kunze, and Berg leading the way, the future looks bright for Teton Basketball.