by Alissa Chapman

On January 7, the Willow Springs Bears took on the Hartville Eagles. Willow dominated the game entirely with a 26-5 run at the end of the first half, leading 46-24.

Individual Scorers:  Clint Harper 18, Allen Brasier 12, Taylor James 12, Tyler Fredrick 11, Jared Hummel 6, Joe Chilton 5, Cole Johnson 2, Jon Martin 2, and Travis Wake 2. Clint Harper also dunked his second career dunk in the first half.

Clint Harper dunking the ball. Photo taken
and edited by Megan Caldwell.

The Bears ended the game 70-44, increasing their record to 10-2. Currently, the Bears are ranked fourth in the state in Class 3 and ranked ninth overall in Southwest Missouri, which includes all classes.