The JV boys basketball team put their undefeated record on the line Tuesday night as they traveled to Hillsdale to face the Hornets for the final game through the first round of the LCAA schedule.  The Redwolves would slowly and methodically pull away from the Hornets, winning all four of the quarters during the game for a 49-31 final.

While the game was not the most eye-pleasing game to watch from a fan's perspective, there were some good moments.  Clinton jumped out to a quick 10-2 lead before the scoring came to a quick hault.  Hillsdale's zone defense began to do it's part to slow the Clinton offense forcing turnovers and missed shots from long range.  The halftime score of 21-11 had snow day written all over it.  Both teams came out of halftime and were able to pick up the scoring.  Clinton extended the lead to 38-22 heading to the fourth quarter and would eventually build a 20 point cushion in the fourth quarter before the game ended at the final score.

"It wasn't our best effort, and certainly some of that was because of Hillsdale and what they were doing. We are happy with the win, but know we will have to play better basketball in the future," Coach Dutton said following the win.

Andy Fair led Clinton with 21 points.  Calen Keith added 7 points and 7 steals, while Preston Cruz finished the night with 5 points and 8 steals and 4 rebounds. Brodie Stipe contributed 4 points, while Ian Williams and Jalen Stelzer each added 3 points.  Chase Gillman, Nate Page, and Broden Manchester rounded out the Clinton scoring with two points each. 

Clinton will be back on the road Friday when they will head to Blissfield to begin the second round of the LCAA schedule.