The Manson Trojans played an awesome game both offensively and defensively at home Saturday night January 9^th beating the Waterville Shockers. They took an early lead at the end of the 1^st quarter and dominated the Shockers at the boards in the 4^th quarter. Alex Escalara led the Trojans in scoring with 20 points.

Final score Manson 61 - Waterville 38.

Thank you to Manson Varsity Score Keeper, Sue Neff for providing the game stats and to Nancy Miller for your dedication to the Manson School District for sharing all your time and talents photographing and editing the thousands of photo memories you have captured and capture of our fine Manson students and community!

The Manson Pep Band, directed by Matt Brown provided their excellent selections to build added excitement for the games and during the Community Chile Feed. And Manson basketball cheerleaders, Amanda Buck and Mireya Escalera led the Blue Krew with cheers. This was their first game to cheer at this season and their advisor is Julie Brown. Click here for band photos.

The half time entertainment was provided by the Manson 3^rd and 4^th graders in an A.A.U. scrimmage. Click here for the great story, photos and video.

Over 180 guests were served at the Manson Community Chili Dinner prior to the game tip off.  Click here for the story and photos.

Stayed tuned for Coach Crollard’s report….

Alex Escalara: 20 points

Schuyler Neff: 10 points

Wade Gross: 09 points

Jordan Pittman: 09 points

Osbaldo Escoto: 08 points

Ruben Guillen: 04 points

Rob Pittman: 01 points

Javier Guillen: 02

Game Scoring Summary:

1^st  Quarter:  Manson 20 – Waterville 08

2^nd Quarter:  Manson 30 –  Waterville 16

3^rd Quarter:  Manson 42 –  Waterville 30

4^th Quarter:  Manson 61 –  Waterville 38

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By Nancy Miller

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Varsity Trojans Sink Waterville Manson Trojans 61- Waterville 38 1-09-09

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