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J.R. TUCKER |
6 p.m. |
scrimmage.
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| 27 |
at Armstrong |
6 p.m. |
scrimmage.
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| 29 |
at L.C. Bird |
L 68-38 |
The Chiefs start their season with a loss to a highly ranked Skyhawk team. Monacan suffers from injuires, foul trouble and poor free throw shooting but is only down 23-20 with 5:30 left in the half. L.C. Bird then goes on an 11-4 run to end the half. In the second half the roll for the Skyhawks continues, as the Chiefs are held to 3 field goals turnig a competitive game into a blow-out. Coron Williams is the only Chief to reach double figures scoring 17.
Monacan ------------------------- 14 10 5 9 - 38
L.C. Bird ------------------------- 23 11 21 13 - 68
Scoring: Rannals 2, Green 2, Hughes 0, Williams 17, Long 0, Davis 0, Dortch 0, Brothers 8, Roberson 0, Gibson 6, Stemmle 3. Totals: 14 8-17 38. 3-point goals: Williams 2.
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| 1 |
at Meadowbrook |
L 61-53 |
The Chiefs show grit and determination but lose to the #5 ranked Monarchs in a non-district contest. Monacan plays Meadowbrook straight-up until midway through the second quarter when the Monarchs go on a 14-5 run to end the half. In the second half the teams trade baskets but the Chiefs rally to pull within 8 at the end of the third quarter. With 5:30 left in the game Monacan narrows the margin to 7 but Meadowbrook goes on an 8-0 run to extend the lead to 15. A barrage of 3 pointers by the Chiefs is not enough to close the gap. Brothers (17) and Hughes (11) lead the scoring for Monacan.
Monacan --------------------------- 13 8 14 18 - 53
Meadowbrook --------------------- 14 19 10 18 - 61
Scoring: Rannals 4, Green 0, Hughes 11, Dortch 3, Brothers 17, Roberson 4, Gibson 8, Stemmle 6, Manwaring 0. Totals: 20 8-13 53. 3-point goals: Brothers 2, Hughes 2, Rannals.
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| 4 |
MATOACA |
L 61-39 |
Monacan's offensive dry spells are too much to overcome as they are defeated by the Matoaca Warriors in a non-district game. The game is tied at 4 in the 1st quarter when Matoaca goes on an 8-0 run. A 3-point play by Darien Brothers fuels a run by the Chiefs to end the quarter down only 4, 13-9. The 2nd quarter is much of the same as the Warriors score the first 10 points, but Monacan closes to 25-19 at the half. Narrowing the margin to 3 (31-28) halfway through the 3rd, the Chiefs are outscored 19-2 over the next 6 minutes of play and trail by 20 or more the rest of the game. Brothers leads Monacan in scoring with 15.
Matoaca ------------------------- 13 12 19 17 -- 61
Monacan ------------------------ 9 10 11 9 -- 39
Scoring:: Rannals 6, Green 0, Hughes 2, Long 0, Dortch 3, Brothers 15, Roberson 2, Gibson 6, Stemmle 5, Manwaring 0. Totals: 18 3-8 39.
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| 6 |
CLOVER HILL |
L 43-41 |
The Chiefs offensive woes continue only scoring 6 points in each of the 1st two quarters. Monacan, down by 6 at the half, cuts the margin to 3 by the end of the third and takes their first (and only) lead, 34-32, with 5 minutes remaining. Clover Hill brackets two free throws in between a pair of 3-pointers to go up 40-34. A basket by Darien Brothers and another by Lance Hughes draws the Chiefs within 2 with 28 seconds left in the contest. The Cavaliers answer with 2 more free throws to make it a two possesion game. Then Brandon Green answers with a huge 3-pointer to cut the lead to one with 5 seconds left. Clover Hill is fouled and coverts 1 free throw and the Chiefs are unable to launch a game tying shot before the buzzer.
Clover Hill ------------------------- 7 11 13 12 - 43
Monacan ---------------------------- 6 6 16 13 - 41
Scoring: Rannals 5, Green 3, Hughes 8, Long 0, Brothers 10, Roberson 2, Gibson 2, Stemmle 9, Manwaring 2. Totals: 15 9-16 41. 3-point goals: Rannals, Green.
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| 8 |
at George Wythe |
W 66-58 |
Monacan picks up their first win of the season over the Wythe Bulldogs. Defensive intensity, rebounding and the return of Coron Williams helps fuel the offense as the Chiefs take the early lead and stretch it to as much as 14 late in the 2nd quarter. Wythe closes the half with an 8-0 run trimming the margin to 27-21. The game stays fairly even with Wythe edging closer until it is tied 41-41 with two minutes to go in the 3rd quarter. Neither team can sustain a run and the Bulldogs gain a 4 point advantage, 58-54, with 3 minutes remaining in the game. But the Chiefs will not be denied and shut the door on Wythe scoring the last 12 points of the game to secure the victory. Williams leads the scoring with 17 and adds 6 assists but it is a team effort highlighted by hounding team defense and timely rebounds by Lance Hughes and double-doubles from CJ Dortch and Joey Stemmle (12 points and 10 rebounds each).
Monacan ------------------------- 11 16 20 19 - 66
George Wythe ------------------ 7 14 25 12 - 58
Scoring: Rannals 2, Green 0, Hughes 9, Williams 17, Long 2, Dortch 12, Brothers 8, Roberson 0, Gibson 4, Stemmle 12, Manwaring 0. Totals: 23 19-28 66. 3-point goals: Williams.
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| 13 |
HUGUENOT |
W 49-46 |
The Chiefs knock-off the #4 ranked Huguenot Falcons with a dramatic 3-point basket at the buzzer by Coron Williams. Monacan starts slow, down 7-2 in the 1st quarter, but goes on a 11-2 run to take the lead. The Chiefs pull ahead by 6 to end the half. But Huguenot is not about to quit, as they start the second half with their own 8-0 run, to take a 2 point lead with 2 minutes to go in the 3rd period. The Chiefs come back and regain control with a set play to free Williams up for a 3-pointer and end the quarter leading 40-35. Huguenot ties it up, 41-41, with 6 minutes left in the game. Neither team can gain advantage and the score is tied, 46-46, when Monacan calls time-out with 7 seconds remaining. The Chiefs stay cool under pressure and run Williams off a couple of screens to free him for the game-winning shot. Williams, Darien Brothers and Joey Stemmle all reach double figures in scoring.
Huguenot ------------------------ 14 7 14 11 - 46
Monacan ------------------------- 16 11 13 9 - 49
Scoring: Rannals 0, Hughes 8, Williams 16, Long 0, Dortch 0, Brothers 12, Stemmle 11, Manwaring 2. Totals: 20 5-11 49. 3-point goals: Williams 3, Hughes.
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| 15 |
at James River |
L 65-60 |
Monacan loses a district game in overtime. Unforced tunovers and lack of defensive intensity early in the game create a hole that the Chiefs never climb out of. Trailing by 10 through most of the first 3 quarters, Monacan turns up the heat to cut the lead to 3 at the end of the third period. The Chiefs narrow the margin to 1 early in the fourth quarter but cannot take the lead. They do tie the game several times, the last on free throws by Darien Brothers with 9.5 seconds left to send it to OT. In OT, the Chiefs score first to go up 59-57, but score only one more point in the loss. Brothers leads Monacan with 24 points, followed by Coron Williams with 16 and Lance Hughes with 10.
Monacan --------------------------- 9 11 18 19 3 - 60
James River ---------------------- 14 16 11 16 8 - 65
Scoring: Rannals 0, Green 2, Hughes 10, Williams 16, Long 0, Dortch 0, Brothers 24, Roberson 1, Stemmle 7, Manwaring 0. Totals: 23 10-15 60. 3-point goals: Williams 4.
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| 27 |
Fort Lee Holiday Tournament |
L 74-63 |
vs. Petersburg...Playing without leading scorer, Coron Williams (out with an injury), the Chiefs are no match for the quickness and fire power of the #6 ranked Crimson Wave. Petersburg starts with a 3-pointer and never looks back, leading by 15 or more most of the game. Monacan manages to cut into the lead in the 4th quarter after the game has been decided. Lance Hughes is the only Chief to reach double figures scoring 23.
Monacan ------------------------- 11 13 21 18 - 63
Petersburg ---------------------- 28 13 25 8 - 74
Scoring: Rannals 1, Green 7, Hughes 23, Ficklin 0, Long 3, Davis 2, Dortch 4, Brothers 8, Roberson 4, Gibson 6, Stemmle 5. Totals: 24 13-23 63. 3-point goals: Green, Hughes.
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| 28 |
Fort Lee Holiday Tournament |
L 67-61 |
vs. John Marshall...Monacan suffers a disappointing loss to the Justices. Playing some of their best basketball through almost 3 quarters the Chiefs cannot close the deal. Monacan jumps out to an 8-point lead after the 1st period and leads by 17 at the half, 36-19. The Chiefs stretch the lead to 50-29 with 1 minute remaining in the 3rd quarter and then things begin to unravel. Monacan suffers through turnovers and foul trouble and is out scored by John Marshall 38-11 in the last 9 minutes of the game suffering their second defeat in the tournament.
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| 28 |
Fort Lee Holiday Tournament |
W 79-57 |
vs. Atlee...The Chiefs playing with resolve and determination rebound from their stinging defeat to John Marshall. The entire team contributes to the victory over the Raiders led by Darien Brothers with 24. Monacan jumps out to an early lead and maintains their composure to capture a much needed win by reaching a new season high for points scored. Lance Hughes (16) and Brandon Green (10) also reach double figures. Hughes makes the all tournament team.
Monacan ------------------------- 28 15 15 21 - 79
Atlee ------------------------------ 11 22 8 16 - 57
Scoring: Rannals 4, Green 10, Hughes 16, Long 0, Davis 5, Dortch 6, Brothers 24, Roberson 2, Gibson 6, Stemmle 6. Totals: 36 6-9 79. 3-point goals: Green.
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COSBY |
W 54-49 |
Monacan evens their district record, 3-3, with a win over Cosby. Brandon Green plays the role of catalyst coming off the bench in the 1st quarter providing a much needed scoring punch. But even with an authoritative fast-break slam by Darien Brothers, Monacan can only manage a 3-point lead over the Titans at halftime. The game stays close until late in the 4th quarter, when the Chiefs manage to gain a 12-point advantage, 48-46, with 1:35 remaining in the game. Cosby uses 3-point baskets to go a 9-3 run over the next minute to stay within striking distance, but timely free throws by Joey Stemmle and CJ Dortch provide enough points to secure the win. Green (17) and Stemmle (17) lead the scoring for Monacan.
Cosby ---------------------------- 12 8 12 17 -- 49
Monacan ------------------------ 12 11 14 17 -- 54
Scoring: Rannals 0, Green 17, Hughes 1, Long 0, Dortch 7, Brothers 8, Roberson 0, Gibson 4, Stemmle 17. Totals: 20 14-18 54.
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| 8 |
MIDLOTHIAN |
W 68-56 |
Monacan leads by 2 points at the end of the 1st period. During the 2nd quarter, the Trojans start to exploit the Chief's low post defense but Monacan still leads by 3 at the break. Halfway through the 3rd quarter Monacan stretches its lead to 7, 39-32, but Midlothian stays within range, scoring at will in the paint. In the 4th quarter the Chiefs begin to pick apart the Trojan's 1-3-1 defense with unselfish passing and go on an 8-2 run to add some breathing room to their margin and finish with a 12 point district win. A balanced attack is led by Brothers 16 points.
Midlothian ------------------------- 10 15 13 18 -- 56
Monacan ---------------------------- 12 16 15 25 -- 68
Scoring: Rannals 0, Green 11, Hughes 12, Long 2, Dortch 6, Brothers 16, Roberson 2, Gibson 8, Stemmle 11. Totals: 27 13-16 68. 3-point goal: Green.
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| 10 |
at Manchester |
L 83-75 |
The Chiefs finish on the short-end of a district game with the Lancers. During the first half, the game resembles an NBA contest with fast break scoring and little defense at either end. Monacan trails by 5 points or more until they close the margin to 2 with 4 minutes remaining in the 3rd quarter. Manchester puts some breathing room back into the margin by outscoring Monacan 15-8 to close the period. But on this night their is no quit in the Chiefs and they continue to battle and cuts the lead to 5 after a 3-point basket by Brandon Green with 1:43 remaining in the game. Unfortunately that would be as close as Monacan could get losing 83-75. Stemmle leads the attack for the Chiefs scoring 23 and Brothers and Hughes add 17 and 11 respectively.
Monacan ----------------------------- 14 15 20 26 - 75
Manchester ------------------------- 18 16 24 25 - 83
Scoring: Rannals 4, Green 9, Hughes 11, Long 5, Davis 0, Dortch 6, Brothers 17, Roberson 0, Stemmle 23. Totals: 29 16-23 75. 3-point goal: Green.
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| 12 |
L.C. BIRD |
L 69-61 |
Monacan leads through 3 quarters but runs out of gas losing a to district power-house L.C. Bird. The Chiefs refuse to be intimidated by the bigger Skyhawks using quick hands, a swarming defense and old fashioned 3-point plays to pull out to a 4 point lead at the half. Monacan leads by as much as 7 during the 3rd quarter and is up by 5 when a monster dunk by Bird turns the momentum. In the last period, the Chiefs just can't answer the low post play of the bigger Skyhawks and even with a 3-point basket by Lance Hughes to cut the lead to 3, 61-58, with 2:15 remaining, Monacan can get no closer. In another balanced scoring effort, Brandon Green leads the Chiefs with 19 (four 3-point baskets); Joey Stemmle (13), Darien Brothers(12) and Hughes(11) also reach double figures.
L.C. Bird ------------------------- 12 19 19 19 -- 69
Monacan ------------------------- 15 20 16 10 -- 61
Scoring: Rannals 0, Green 19, Hughes 11, Long 0, Dortch 4, Brothers 12, Roberson 0, Gibson 2, Stemmle 13, Manwaring 0. Totals: 22 12-18 61. 3-point goals: Green 4, Hughes.
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| 17 |
at Clover Hill |
W 58-45 |
The Chiefs get off to a slow start against the Cavaliers. Monacan turns up the heat on defense in the 2nd quarter, holding Clover Hill to just 4 points, and Brandon Green hits a 3-pointer at the buzzer to send the Chiefs to the break with a 3 point lead. The game remains close through the second half but Monacan builds their lead to 7 by the end of the 3rd period. Clover Hill has to foul to try to get back in the game but clutch free throws in the 4th quarter by the Chiefs shut the door and they secure another key district win. Monacan has another balanced scoring attack, led by Joey Stemmle's 17 points, Darien Brothers with 16 and Green with 14.
Monacan ---------------------------- 10 12 14 22 - 58
Clover Hill ------------------------- 15 4 10 16 - 45
Scoring: Rannals 0, Green 14, Hughes 0, Long 0, Dortch 9, Brothers 16, Roberson 0, Gibson 2, Stemmle 17. Totals: 17 23-26 58. 3-point goal: Green.
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| 19 |
GEORGE WYTHE |
W 54-48 |
Monacan starts slow again in a home contest against George Wythe. After getting the opening basket, unforced turnovers result in an 18-10 deficit to the Bulldogs after one. Each team takes turns making runs in the 2nd quarter but Wythe maintains a 5-point lead at the half. The Chiefs come out of the break ready to play and go on a 12-2 run fueled by Brandon Green’s 3-ponter and an old fashioned 3-point play by Darien Brothers. Monacan’s lead is 4 points heading into the last frame and they stretch it to 8 but the Bulldogs will not go away. The Chiefs overcome some poor decision making with key foul shots to lock up their sixth district victory. Lance Hughes (15) and Brothers (14) lead the attack but timely rebounds by CJ Dortch are also key in this win.
George Wythe ----------------------- 18 11 7 12 -- 48
Monacan ------------------------------ 10 14 16 14 -- 54
Scoring: Rannals 0, Green 9, Hughes 15, Long 0, Dortch 8, Brothers 14, Gibson 5, Stemmle 4. Totals: 19 14-20 54. 3-point goals: Hughes, Green.
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| 24 |
at Huguenot |
L 61-53 |
The Chiefs lose a hard fought game to the 5th ranked Falcons. Huguenot leads early and uses their superior size to take a 5-point lead into the half. After the break the Falcons continue to add to their total and double-up Monacan, 18-9, during the decisive 3rd quarter. The Chiefs continue to battle and outscore Huguenot 21-7, capped by a 3-point shot by Alex Rannals to cut the margin to 3 with 37 seconds remaining in the game. But that's all Monacan can muster as the Falcons finish the scoring for the evening. Joey Stemmle leads all scorers and records one of the Chiefs double-doubles (19 points and 10 rebounds); Darien Brothers has the other with 14 points and 11 rebounds. Brandon Green also reaches double figures scoring 10.
Monacan -------------------------- 12 11 9 21 - 53
Huguenot ------------------------- 15 13 18 13 - 61
Scoring: Rannals 3, Green 10, Hughes 3, Long 0, Dortch 4, Brothers 14, Roberson 0, Gibson 0, Stemmle 19. Totals: 19 12-16 53. 3-point goals: Green 2, Rannals.
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| 26 |
JAMES RIVER |
W 73-60 |
Monacan avenges and early season loss to James River and improves their district record to 7-6. Jumping out to a rare double-digit lead to start the game, the Chiefs are unable to sustain the margin. Every time it looks like this will be a easy win for Monacan, the Rapids hit a key 3-point basket to keep themselves in the game. A 10-point halftime lead is trimmed to 4 midway through the third quarter, but the Chiefs maintain control by turning to Darien Brothers or Lance Hughes when they need a basket. In the 4th quarter, James River continues to hit shots from the outside but in the end Monacan is able to finish the game by using the clock and making their free throws. Brothers leads all scorers with 24, adding 7 rebounds and 5 assists; Hughes records a double-double, 19 points and 10 rebounds; and Joey Stemmle scores 14.
James River ----------------------- 10 22 13 15 - 60
Monacan ---------------------------- 19 23 9 22 - 73
Scoring: Rannals 3, Green 8, Hughes 19, Ficklin 0, Long 3, Davis 0, Dortch 0, Brothers 24, Roberson 2, Stemmle 14. Totals: 22 28-38 73. 3-point goal: Long.
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| 29 |
THOMAS DALE |
W 56-50 |
The Chiefs pick up a big win in a non-district contest against the Knights. Coach Thackston uses his entire bench to make sure everyone plays with intensity and Monacan trails by only 1 after the 1st quarter. Thomas Dale continues to rebound and run and takes a 5-point lead at the break. The Chiefs keep at it and cut the lead to 2 points four minutes into the 3rd quarter, but the quarter ends with the Knights still ahead by the same 5-point margin. Continuing to battle, Monacan scores the first 4 points of the last frame and has several chances to take the lead and then Brandon Green makes a steal and hits a streaking Darien Brothers for a "THUNDER" jam and the lead which the Chiefs never relinquish. Several key plays down the stretch include a stick back by Lance Hughes, a block by Joey Stemmle and several clutch free throws to ensure the win. Once again Brother leads all scorers with 20 and Green adds 10.
Thomas Dale ------------------- 12 18 16 4 - 50
Monacan ------------------------- 11 14 16 15 - 56
Scoring: Rannals 3, Green 10, Hughes 5, Ficklin 0, Long 0, Davis 2, Dortch 6, Brothers 20, Roberson 4, Gibson 0, Stemmle 6. Totals: 19 15-21. 3-point goals: Rannals, Green, Hughes.
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| 31 |
at Cosby |
W 52-51 |
Monacan wins a district game on a buzzer beater by Lance Hughes. The Chiefs lead by 1 at the half on another last second goal by Hughes with an assist by Alex Rannals. The game is tied 39-39 after the 3rd quarter but the Titans take a 5 point lead to start the last period. The Chiefs cut the lead to 49-48 with 51 seconds remaining in the game. Cosby goes up by 3 but Monacan scores to make it 51-50 with 2 seconds to go. The Chiefs foul on the in-bounds pass and the Titans miss the free throw to give Monacan a chance to call time-out and set the stage for Hughes’ heroics. Darien Brothers throws a pass the length of the floor, Hughes elevates, catches and while coming down launches a one-hander with 2 defenders in his face to bring home the victory. Hughes leads the Chiefs scorers with 20 points.
Monacan --------------------- 9 15 15 13 - 52
Cosby ------------------------- 16 7 16 12 - 51
Scoring: Rannals 3, Green 6, Hughes 20, Long 0, Dortch 6, Brothers 8, Roberson 0, Gibson 6, Stemmle 3. Totals: 24 1-1 52. 3-point goals: Green 2, Rannals.
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at Midlothian |
W 74-55 |
Using a balanced scoring attack, the Chiefs defeat their district rival Trojans on the road. Monacan has a tenuous lead in the second quarter, 18-15, when Alex Rannals erupts for 10 straight points (including two 3-point bombs) and Lance Hughes closes the half with a break away lay-up. After the break, Joey Stemmle sets the pace with several quick inside baskets and Darien Brothers, Coron Williams and Hughes rack up assists running the fast break. At the 5:30 mark in the 3rd quarter, the Chiefs have outscored Midlothian 23-6 in 5 minutes of playing time and have a 20-point lead. From that point, the end result is never in question as the Chiefs pick up their 9th district win. Monacan has 4 players in double figures: Rannals 13, Stemmle 13, C.J. Dortch 12, Brothers 11.
Monacan ------------------------- 14 16 27 17 - 74
Midlothian ---------------------- 12 9 19 15 - 55
Scoring: Rannals 13, Green 6, Hughes 6, Ficklin 0, Williams 4, Long 0, Davis 0, Dortch 12, Brothers 11, Roberson 3, Gibson 2, Stemmle 13, Manwaring 4. Totals: 30 10-12 74. 3-point goals: Rannals 3, Roberson.
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MANCHESTER |
L 71-66 |
Monacan plays with emotion and intensity but runs out of gas in the 2nd half losing to Manchester on Senior Night. Seniors Ashley Winston (manager), Jarrod Ficklin, Lance Hughes and Daniel Roberson are honored before the start of the contest. As the game starts, the Chiefs use defensive help and solid rebounding to jump on top early, leading by as much as 10 points in the first quarter. The Lancers battle back closing the gap to 31-25 at the half. After the break, Monacan still maintains a slim lead but starts losing the battle of the boards and eventually falls behind with 2 minutes to go in the 3rd quarter. Manchester begins connecting on 3-point shots in the 4th period and stretches their lead to 64-53 with just under 3 minutes to play. The Chiefs aren't done and show they can hit from long range, as well. Coron Williams hits 2 treys to cut the lead to 67-63 with 0:36 remaining. Brandon Green then hits from behind the arc to make it 69-66 but that’s all Monacan can muster. Williams (15), Joey Stemmle (15) and Darien Brothers (14) all finish in double figures. The Chiefs end the district regular season in 4th place with a record of 9-7.
Manchester ------------------------- 10 15 24 22 -- 71
Monacan ----------------------------- 18 13 16 19 -- 66
Scoring: Rannals 0, Green 6, Hughes 6, Ficklin 0, Williams 15, Dortch 4, Brothers 14, Roberson 4, Stemmle 15, Manwaring 2. Totals: 25 12-15 66. 3-point goals: Green 2, Williams 2.
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JAMES RIVER |
W 60-65 |
First round of the Dominion District Tournament...double-header with the Monacan Girls vs Huguenot game preceding....The Chiefs qualify for the Central Region Tournament by beating the Rapids in a first round district tournament game. Monacan falls behind early in the 1st quarter, 12-6, but creates turnovers resulting in fast break baskets to go on a 13-2 run to end the period leading by 5. James River methodically cuts into the lead and the game is tied at the half. Neither team can gain much of advantage until a 3-point basket by C.J. Dortch to open the 4th quarter extends the Chiefs lead to 5. But the Rapids come right back and make it a 1-point game, 53-52, midway through the period. Monacan leads by 4 with 1:37 remaining when James River begins to foul to try and cut the margin. The Chiefs use clutch free throws to thwart the attack and will play Huguenot in the semi-final round on Thursday. Coron Williams scores 18, Joey Stemmle 15, Darien Brothers 12 and Dortch 12 in another balanced effort by Monacan.
James River -------------------- 14 16 13 17 - 60
Monacan ------------------------- 19 11 15 20 - 65
Scoring: Rannals 0, Green 0, Hughes 8, Williams 18, Dortch 12, Brothers 12, Stemmle 15. Totals: 24 15-23 65. 3-point goals: Williams, Dortch.
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Huguenot |
L 68-59 |
Semifinals of Dominion District Tournament @ Cosby. Monacan starts fast against Huguenot, jumping out to a 4-0 lead, and leading 19-11 at the end of the 1st quarter. The Falcons recover and begin chipping away at the lead and tie the game right before the half, 30-30, but the Chiefs still lead by 2 going into the break. Huguenot asserts its quickness and size in the 2nd half, outscoring Monacan 18-9 in the 3rd period. The 4th quarter starts with Chief turnovers resulting in 7 straight Falcon points, including a dunk and a 3-point basket. Monacan continues to battle and will not give up making the final margin respectable but on this night they have no answer for Huguenot. Darien Brothers and Lance Hughes lead the Chiefs scoring 16 & 14, respectively. Monacan will play in the first round of the Central Region Tournament on Monday, Feb. 19th.
Monacan ------------------------- 19 13 9 18 - 59
Huguenot ------------------------ 11 19 18 20 - 68
Scoring: Rannals 4, Green 4, Hughes 14, Williams 9, Long 0, Dortch 6, Brothers 16, Roberson 0, Stemmle 6, Manwaring 0, Patterson 0. Totals: 18 21-24 59. 3-point goal: Williams, Hughes.
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Highland Springs |
L 82-49 |
First round of the Central Region Tournament. The Chiefs will open the tournament with the #2 ranked (metro area) and #1 seed Springers at Highland Springs. The Chiefs end their season losing to the #1 seed Springers (also tied for #1 ranking in the state). The final score is not an indication of poor execution or effort by Monacan but superior talent, size, depth and quickness by Highland Springs. The game starts on a favorable note for the Chiefs with Coron Williams hitting three 3-point baskets in the 1st quarter. The Springers start to gain an advantage mid-way through the 2nd period but is still close, 20-17, when Williams goes to the bench with is 3rd personal foul. From that point until 5 minutes remaining in the 3rd quarter, Highland Springs goes on a 24-3 tear to blow the game open. There are few Chief's highlights in the 2nd half but Alex Rannals scores 7 during the 3rd and Darien Brothers hits from beyond mid-court to beat the buzzer and cut the margin to 55-38. The threat of a comeback never materializes as Monacan is held scoreless for the first 3:15 of the 4th period. Williams and Brothers are the only Chiefs to reach double figures with 16 points a piece.
Congratulations to the Chiefs on a season full of ups and downs but one in which they continued to battle, losing many close contests. The leadership of seniors Lance Hughes, Daniel Roberson and Jarod Ficklin will be missed next year.
Monacan ------------------------------- 13 7 18 11 - 49
Highland Springs ------------------- 13 23 19 27 - 82
Scoring: Rannals 7, Green 0, Hughes 0, Ficklin 0, Williams 16, Davis 0, Dortch 0, Brothers 16, Roberson 0, Gibson 3, Stemmle 6, Manwaring 0, Patterson 1. Totals: 17 10-16 49. 3-point goals: Williams 3, Brothers, Rannals.
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Varsity Roster
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Coach Scott Thackston
Asst. Scott Van Arsdale
Asst. Bill Roberson
Asst. Mark Davis |
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Player |
Yr. |
Pos. |
Ht. |
| 3 |
Alex Rannals |
Jr |
G |
5-9 |
| 4 |
Brandon Green |
Jr |
G |
6-1 |
| 5 |
*Lance Hughes |
Sr |
G |
5-11 |
| 10 |
Jarrod Ficklin |
Sr |
G |
5-11 |
| 11 |
*Coron Williams |
Jr |
G |
6-0 |
| 12 |
Clyde Long |
Jr |
G |
5-11 |
| 21 |
Mitch Davis |
Jr |
G |
6-0 |
| 22 |
CJ Dortch |
Jr |
F |
6-2 |
| 23 |
Darien Brothers |
So |
G/F |
6-1 |
| 32 |
*Daniel Roberson |
Sr |
F |
6-1 |
| 33 |
Mike Gibson |
Jr |
C |
6-5 |
| 40 |
Joey Stemmle |
Jr |
C |
6-5 |
| 41 |
Clark Manwaring |
Jr |
F |
6-4 |
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Preview
| Richmond Times-Dispatch December 1, 2006
Coach: Scott Thackston
Last season: 9-5, 12-13
Key players: Lance Hughes, 5-11, Sr., PG; Coron Williams, 6-0, Jr., G; Darien Brothers, 6-1, So., G/F; C.J. Dortch, 6-2, Jr., F.
Outlook: Youthful Chiefs grew measurably during a late-season run that included winning district tournament. Hughes is catalyst. Williams (16 ppg) and Brothers (10 ppg) are known scorers. Dortch is good rebounder despite his size, and he can score. Roster also includes players from last year's undefeated JV team.
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Notes & Achievements
| 12/15/06: Junior Coron Williams wants the ball at the end of the game...see his and Coach Thackston's comments in the
Richmond Times-Dispatch prep notes.
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2/10/07: Sophomore Darien Brothers is named to the 2nd Team All Dominion District. He also makes the All Academic Team.
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Junior Varsity Boys Basketball
HOME GAMES IN CAPS
OVERALL RECORD: 12-7
Dominion District: 12-4
| Nov. |
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| 21 |
at J.R. Tucker |
6 p.m. |
scrimmage.
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| 27 |
ARMSTRONG |
6 p.m. |
scrimmage.
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| 29 |
at L.C. Bird |
L 60-45 |
The Monacan Chiefs fall behind early to L.C. Bird as they are unable to get their shots to drop and have problems at the free throw line. However, the Chiefs battle back to pull within one, 25-24, at halftime. A quick start by L.C Bird to begin the second half and foul trouble prove to be too much for the young Chiefs to overcome as they fall to a tough Skyhawk team 60-45.
Highlights: Kier 12 points; Patterson 10; Riester 5; Wiggins 4; Williams 2; Harden 2; Armstrong 2; Conner 2; Thomas 2; Oliver 2; Erving 2.
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| Dec. |
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| 1 |
at Meadowbrook |
L 58-52 |
The Chiefs lose a tough non-district contest to the Monarchs that could have gone either way.
Highlights: Conner 12; Kier 11; Patterson 6; Thomas 6; Armstrong 5; Harden 4; Riester 3; Williams 2; Erving 2; Wiggins 1.
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| 4 |
MATOACA |
L 48-45 |
Monacan, not able to get their game on track, loses another close one at home to Matoaca.
Highlights: Armstrong 12; Kier 10; Patterson 9; Wiggins 6; Conner 4; Williams 2; Thomas 2
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| 6 |
CLOVER HILL |
W 50-48 |
Trailing by 12 at the half, Monacan comes out with determination in the third quarter to chip away at the lead. The Chiefs go up in the last minutes of the game to record their first win.
Highlights: Patterson 21; Armstrong 10; Kier 9; Harden 6; Young 2; Wiggins 2.
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| 8 |
at George Wythe |
W 59-49 |
The Junior Chiefs added another win after a very slow start, beating the George Wythe Bulldogs 59-49. Down 18-4 at the end of the first quarter, the Chiefs battled back to end the half down only 27-31. Tough defense in the second half led the Chiefs to a 59-49 win, their second district victory.
Highlights: Kier 17; Patterson 14; Riester 8; Conner 7; Wiggins 5; Harden 4; Thomas 2; Armstrong 2.
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| 13 |
HUGUENOT |
W 46-45 |
The JV staved off a last minute push by Huguenot to even their overall record at 3-3.
Highlights: Patterson 19; Kier 12; Conner 8; Riester 2; Armstrong 2; Oliver 2; Young 1.
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| 15 |
at James River |
L 74-64 |
Monacan JV lost a close one to a very tall James River team Friday night. The Chiefs kept it close (they were down only 36-35 at the end of the first half) until the final minute of the game, but they were unable to overcome the tough play by James River and calls that didn't go their way which put the game out of reach.
Highlights: Armstrong 18; Patterson 16; Conner 8; Riester 5; Thomas 4; Kier 3; Wiggins 3; Harden 3.
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| Jan. |
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| 3 |
COSBY |
W 44-40 |
Once again the visitors came knocking, but the Junior Chiefs slammed the door on Cosby's last minute threat. Solid defense and teamwork brought the Chiefs from behind in the third quarter, and they managed to hold onto the lead for the rest of the game.
Highlights: Patterson 10; Conner 10; Riester 7; Armstrong 5; Thomas 4; Wiggins 4; Kier 2; Williams 2.
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| 8 |
MIDLOTHIAN |
W 51-35 |
After a sluggish start, Garrett Patterson came off the bench to help the Chiefs take a two point lead going into halftime. An inspired and tenacious defensive effort in the third quarter led to numerous steals and several easy transition baskets, virtually putting the game out of reach. Monacan outscored Midlothian 15-2 and took a 15 point lead into the fourth quarter. For the first time this year, Coach Roberson was able to clear the bench in the fourth quarter to allow everyone to gain valuable and well-deserved playing time in this 51-35 win over Midlothian. After an 0-3 start, Monacan has won five of their last six games to improve to 5-4 overall and 5-2 in the District. Keep up the good work!
Highlights: Patterson 16; Kier 8; Thomas 5; Connor 5; Riester 4; Gilliam 3; Armstrong 3; Bays 2; Wiggins 2; Harden 2; Oliver 1.
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| 10 |
at Manchester |
W 63-59 |
Monacan holds off a last-minute assault by Manchester to post a 63-59 win.
Highlights: Patterson 20; Conner 14; Kier 10; Armstrong 9; Wiggins 3; Thomas 2; Williams 2; Harden 2; Young 1.
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| 12 |
L.C. BIRD |
W 62-53 |
The Junior Chiefs jump out to a commanding 30-14 lead at the half to down a surprised L.C. Bird squad 62-53.
Highlights: Conner 17; Patterson 12; Kier 11; Riester 6; Williams 6; Wiggins 4; Young 2; Erving 2; Armstrong 2.
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| 17 |
at Clover Hill |
W 44-40 |
Monacan beats Clover Hill 44-40 to improve their record to 8-4 overall and 8-2 in the District.
Highlights: Conner 16; Riester 8; Wiggins 8; Patterson 5; Erving 4; Thomas 2; Armstrong 1.
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| 19 |
GEORGE WYTHE |
L 63-53 |
Monacan's five-game winning streak comes to an end as they lose at home to a strong George Wyeth team 53-63.
Highlights: Kier 17; Conner 9; Armstrong 9; Harden 6; Williams 4; Patterson 3; Wiggins 3; Thomas 2.
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| 24 |
at Huguenot |
W 60-56 |
Chiefs WIN!
Highlights: Patterson 13; Conner 9; Kier 8; Riester 6; Erving 5; Oliver 4; Wiggins 3; Armstrong 3; Williams 3; Gilliam 3; Thomas 2; Harden 1.
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| 26 |
JAMES RIVER |
L 58-56 |
Chiefs lose.
Highlights: Kier 13; Thomas 12; Patterson 10; Armstrong 9; Conner 3; Williams 3; Riester 2; Wiggins 2; Erving 1.
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| 29 |
THOMAS DALE |
L 61-57 |
Chiefs lose.
Highlights: Conner 19; Armstrong 11; Patterson 8; Kier 8; Wiggins 4; Riester 2; Thomas 2; Erving 2; Williams 1.
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| 31 |
at Cosby |
W 38-37 |
Chiefs WIN! Like the last time the Monacan JV met Cosby, the Chiefs came from behind in the third quarter to take the lead. And once again Cosby threatened to steal the game in the closing minute. A supreme defensive effort and a little luck in the final seconds helped the Junior Chiefs hold on to the victory.
Highlights: Patterson 10; Kier 9; Armstrong 8; Conner 6; Wiggins 3; Gilliam 2.
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| Feb. |
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| 7 |
at Midlothian |
W 61-44 |
Game summary to come.
Highlights: Patterson 10; Kier 9; Wiggins 8; Armstrong 7; Conner 7; Williams 6; Riester 5; Young 2; Erving 2; Gilliam 2; Harden 2; Oliver 1.
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| 9 |
MANCHESTER |
W 66-56 |
Game summary to come.
Highlights: Patterson 17; Kier 12; Conner 9; Armstrong 8; Riester 6; Harden 5; Wiggins 4; Gilliam 5.
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Junior Varsity Roster
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Coach Bill Roberson
Asst. Mark Davis |
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Player |
Yr. |
| 3 |
Bradley Riester |
Fr |
| 5 |
Charles Gilliam |
Fr |
| 12 |
Sterling Young |
Fr |
| 15 |
*J. C. Wiggins |
So |
| 21 |
*Garrett Patterson |
So |
| 22 |
Jeff Conner |
Fr |
| 23 |
Sean Armstrong |
Fr |
| 24 |
*Tevin Harden |
So |
| 30 |
Mike Williams |
Fr |
| 32 |
Will Bays |
Fr |
| 33 |
Xavier Kier |
Fr |
| 40 |
Jordan Thomas |
Fr |
| 41 |
Cedrick Erving |
So |
| 44 |
Ryan Oliver |
So |
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captains |
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