Josiah Fresquez finds the going tough as he drives through the strong Tiger defense all night but managed to score 12 points for the game. The Toppers lost the contest 53-57. The game was played Friday night in the high school gymnaium in Taos and broadcast on the Daily Post YouTube channel. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Ethan Mondragon brings the ball down court in the first quarter, he scored 3 points in the game. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Niko Garcia finds a rare opening in the constant defense of the Tigers to get a shot off. He scored 13 points in the game. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Rick Valdez looks to pass the ball to a team member in the first quarter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Enrique Tafoya blocks a shot attempt by Daemon Ely in the first quarter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com