by Head Coach Tad Heitkamp
In the opening round of boys' basketball region play the Blue Dragons traveled to Sioux Falls Christian to take on the #1 Team in Region 3A and the #2 Team in Class A Basketball.
The Blue Dragons started off on the right foot as they did a nice job staying with the state powerhouse in the opening quarter.
Unfortunately, the team just couldn’t maintain that high level of play for an entire 4 quarters of basketball as the visiting team was defeated 34-83.
The Chargers came out red hot from behind the arc as they hit for a school record with nineteen 3-pointers when the final horn sounded.
“The 3 seniors asked their teammates prior to the game to play mentally strong, have fun, and just go out and play the game basketball, which is what we felt the kids did all night long,” stated Heitkamp. “The kids played with effort and never gave up, which shows a lot character that will make these young men successful in life long past the game of basketball.”
Ramsey Schweitzer led the way with a double/double for the Blue Dragons with 12 points and 10 rebounds.
Blaine Trower played one of his best games of the season with 9 points, while Ian Buettner and Sam Schleuter (2 steals) rounded out the scoring with 8 and 5 points each.
"The coaching staff once again wants to thank the three seniors (Sam Schleuter, Matthew Gilbert, and Dylan “Nelson” Jessen) for their commitment and leadership displayed all season long," said Coach Heitkamp. "We also want to thank the families, friends, and fans of the Garretson Basketball Program, as you have always been there for us…no matter what happens!! Thanks!!"
