Harrison Frank goes high to block a shot attempt by Joran Duran in the opening minutes of the game. Frank also scored 8 points including 1-3. Frank was under relentless coverage by Ricky Padilla the entire game. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com 

Elijah Ortiz takes a shot over the defense of Ollie Fell in the 2nd quarter. He had 8 points for the night including 2-3’s. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Topper defense in action under the Sundevil basket. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com 

SPORTS News:

The Los Alamos High School Topper Boys Basketball Team hosted the Española Sundevils Thursday evening in Griffith Gymnasium.

These two teams always play each other in a very fast and physical game. 

The Sundevils led all four quarters, but only by a few points and the Toppers were not able to overcome the relentless defense and close the gap. Toppers lost the game 54-59.

Wesley Stanfield is always a force on both defense and offense and scored 11 points in this game, which included 3-3’s. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com 

The Topper Cheer Team was on hand adding excitement to the game. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com 

Niko Garcia was the high point man for the Toppers with 14 points, which included 2-3’s. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com