University explodes early, defeats Mustangs, 79-59
University High (W.Va.) took a 33-21 lead in a high-scoring first period and went on to defeat host Laurel Highlands, 79-59, in a Laurel Highlands Christmas Clash boys basketball game on Tuesday.
Ethan Ridgeway hit five 3-pointers on his way to a game-high 39 points for University. Geoff Hampereian tallied 13 and Holton Summers added 10.
Jake Swartz led the Mustangs (5-5) with 17 points. Cameron Holt followed with 13 and Hudson Novak chipped in with 11.