Westhope/Newburg extended their postseason success on Thursday against Velva. They came out on top against the Velva Aggies by a score of 62-51. The Sioux haven't had any issues with the Aggies recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive victory against them.
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Westhope/Newburg got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Walker Braaten out in front who posted 17 points along with six rebounds and three steals. Braaten's morning made it three games in a row in which he has scored at least 15 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Will Artz, who scored 11 points.
Westhope/Newburg was working as a unit and finished the game with 11 assists. They are 20-2 when they've passed the ball that well.
Westhope/Newburg's record now sits at 21-4. As for Velva, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 20-6 record this season.
Westhope/Newburg didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next matchup, a 60-36 victory against Central McLean [Turtle Lake-Mercer/Underwood/McClusky] on the 15th. Velva does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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