Winfield Game Recap
The Valley Center Hornets secured a commanding victory over the Winfield Vikings, overcoming an early deficit and dominating the second half to win 73-57
The Winfield Vikings started strong, shooting the ball efficiently from beyond the arc and taking a narrow 21-20 lead after the first quarter. However, the Hornets responded with a balanced attack in the second quarter, outscoring Winfield 15-10 to take a four-point lead into halftime.
The third quarter was the turning point of the game. Valley Center came out with high energy, outscoring Winfield 26-15 in the period. The Hornets' defense tightened, forcing turnovers and limiting Winfield’s opportunities. From there, Valley Center maintained their lead in the fourth, securing an emphatic 14-point victory.
Valley Center Stats
The Hornets showcased a team-oriented effort, with multiple players contributing:
Colby Newton: 16 Points, 4 Rebounds
Austin Saner: 16 Points, 5 Rebounds, 2 Steals
Bryson Saner: 13 Points, 6 Rebounds, 7 Steals, 2 Blocks
RayJ Logan: 10 Points, 3 Rebounds
Doc Needham: 10 Points, 6 Assists
Evan Chavez: 7 Points, 2 Rebounds, 1 Block
Preston Looney: 6 Rebounds, 2 Assists
Rylan Bailey: 1 Rebound, 1 Steal
Corben Burgess: 5 Rebounds, 1 Steal
Nash Jamolod: 1 Rebound, 1 Steal
Connor Thatcher: 1 Point, 1 Rebound
Koko Nyimbo: 1 Rebound



Andale Game Recap
The Valley Center Hornets earned a hard-fought 62-57 road victory over the Andale Indians, showcasing resilience and teamwork.
Valley Center’s win was a total team effort in a game that went back and forth throughout the night. Both teams were tied at 12 after the first quarter, and Valley Center held a slim two-point lead at halftime. In the third quarter, Andale surged ahead and entered the final period with a five-point advantage.
The Indians seemed to pull away late in the fourth, taking a 57-50 lead, but the Hornets refused to quit. Valley Center responded with an 8-0 run, capped by a clutch play in the final minute. RayJ Logan drove past his defender and found Colby Newton on the wing for a game-changing three-pointer, putting the Hornets up 58-57.
The Hornets forced 25 turnovers on the night and got key stops down the stretch, including a late steal by Bryson Saner, to seal the victory.
Valley Center Stats- The Hornets again showcased a team-oriented effort, with multiple players contributing
Colby Newton: 18 Points, 4 Rebounds, 2 Assists, 1 Block
RayJ Logan: 10 Points, 3 Rebounds, 2 Steals, 2 Assists
Evan Chavez: 10 Points, 4 Steals, 2 Rebounds
Preston Looney: 7 Points, 2 Rebounds
Austin Saner: 7 Points, 4 Rebounds
Doc Needham: 5 Points, 1 Steal
Corben Burgess: 3 Rebounds, 2 Blocks
Rylan Bailey: 1 Rebound, 1 Block, 1 Assist
Bryson Saner: 2 Rebounds, 2 Steals, 4 Assists