Apaches End Regular Season Strong with WIN over Klilgore

Kilgore, TX – The TJC Apaches secured an important victory over Kilgore College, defeating the Rangers 62-54 in a game that helped lock up their spot in the upcoming Region XIV tournament. With the win, the Apaches are now set as the #7 seed and will face the tenth seed Bossier Parish in the tournament's opening round on March 11 at 6 PM.

Strong Start and Consistent Play

The Apaches came out with a strong first-half performance, leading Kilgore 30-20 at the break. Despite a more competitive second half, where Kilgore outscored TJC 34-32, the Apaches' early lead proved to be enough to hold off a late surge by the Rangers.

Chris Uwayo Jr. led the way for the Apaches with a clutch performance, scoring 16 points on 1-of-9 shooting from the field, but more importantly, he converted 13 of his 14 free throws, helping his team hold steady throughout the game.

Joey Brown also contributed significantly with 16 points of his own, adding 5 rebounds and 1 assist. Caden Bell had a solid outing with 12 points and 7 rebounds, continuing to show his versatility.

Despite shooting struggles from the field (13-of-46), the Apaches were able to rely on their strong free-throw shooting, hitting 31-of-39 attempts (79.5%) on the night. This allowed them to keep Kilgore at bay, especially as the game became more physical and intense.

Defensive Effort Key to Victory

The Apaches' defense was another critical factor in the win, as they held Kilgore to just 31.8% shooting from the field (21-of-66). Kilgore struggled with their three-point shooting, connecting on only 3-of-22 attempts (13.6%), which played a significant role in TJC's ability to maintain their lead.

Zander Frazier was solid on the defensive end, contributing 5 rebounds and 3 assists. Josiah Hill also added to the Apaches' defensive effort, grabbing 8 rebounds and keeping the Rangers from getting second-chance opportunities.

Looking Ahead to Region XIV Tournament

With the victory, the Apaches are now firmly positioned as the #7 seed for the Region XIV tournament and will face off against 10th seed Bossier Parish on March 11th at 6 PM. With the tournament just around the corner, the Apaches are ready to build on this win and carry momentum into the postseason.

The Apaches' win over Kilgore was a statement of resilience, and as they prepare for their next challenge, the team is poised for an exciting tournament run. Fans and supporters will be eagerly watching as the Apaches look to make a deep postseason push.

Stay tuned for more updates as the Apaches continue their journey in the Region XIV tournament!