Inchelium Downs Springdale Twice

Inchelium most recently picked up a 49-41 nonleague victory over the Springdale Chargers on Friday, Jan. 2, at Wellpinit High School. The Hornets pulled away in the fourth quarter, outscoring Springdale 19-10 to seal the win.

Derek Perez led all scorers with 23 points, including a key 3-pointer, as Inchelium broke open a game that was tied 30-30 heading into the final period. Cameron Abrahamson added 11 points for the Hornets, while Gage Stensgar chipped in seven. Inchelium went 9-for-17 from the free-throw line and used its defensive pressure to close out the contest.

Inchelium edged Springdale 54-52 on Dec. 30, in a tightly contested game at home. Perez again paced the Hornets, scoring a game-high 27 points while converting 7-of-10 free throws. Abrahamson added 14 points as Inchelium built a slim halftime advantage and held on down the stretch.

Springdale made a push in the third quarter, scoring 20 points to briefly take the lead, but Inchelium responded in the fourth quarter behind steady offense and solid defense. Neil Benniger led the Chargers with 16 points, while Jonah Howder added 14 points.

The Hornets faced Selkirk on Tuesday, Jan. 6; results were not available at press time. The team is scheduled to play Columbia on Friday, Jan. 9, at 7:30 p.m.