RIVERTON GIRLS BASKETBALL - 2009-10
Region 3 standings


Bingham         9     1   .900    17    5    .773
Riverton          8     2   .800    17    5    .773
Taylorsville     7     3   .700    17    6    .739
Kearns            4     6   .400      9     8   .529
West Jordan    2     8   .200      9   11   .450
Copper Hills    0   10   .000      2   16   .111
Region             Overall
W     L    Pct.    W    L     Pct.
2008-09 results (24-1, 10-0)

Nov. 25 - TIMPANOGOS (W 66-48)
Dec. 2 - WEBER (W 52-23)
Dec. 4 - OLYMPUS (W 61-27)
Dec. 9 - LAYTON (W 54-28)
Dec. 11 - LONE PEAK (W 56-34)
Dec. 16 - at Taylorsville (W 64-36)
Dec. 18 - at Alta (W 70-35)
Dec. 23 - BEAR RIVER (W 51-24)
Dec. 30 - at Snow Canyon (W 65-21)
Dec. 31 - at Hurricane (W 59-32)
Jan. 8 - at Springville (W 84-53)
Jan. 13 - KEARNS* (W 59-27)
Jan. 15 - at Bingham* (W 49-34)
Jan. 20 - HUNTER* (W 58-9)
Jan. 22 - at West Jordan* (W 72-30)
Jan. 27 - COPPER HILLS* (W 72-19)
Jan. 29 - at Kearns* (W 51-25)
Feb. 5 - BINGHAM* (W 56-36)
Feb. 10 - at Hunter* (W 62-16)
Feb. 12 - WEST JORDAN* (W 52-23)
Feb. 17 - at Copper Hills* (W 68-12)
-----5A state tournament-----
Feb. 23 - vs. Davis (W 66-43)
Feb. 26 - vs. Lone Peak (W 43-33)
Feb. 27 - vs. Syracuse (W 66-33)
Feb. 28 - vs. American Fork (L 40-51)

* - Region 3 games. Home games in CAPS
2009-10 results (17-5, 8-2)

Nov. 24 - at West (W 66-22)
Dec. 2 - at Weber (W 34-27)
Dec. 4 - MURRAY (W 51-36)
Dec. 8 - at Brighton (L 32-33)
Dec. 10 - PLEASANT GROVE (W 36-25)
Dec. 19 - at Park City (W 61-20)
Dec. 21 - TOOELE (W 50-21)
Dec. 29 - at Wasatch (W 40-27)
Dec. 30 - at Grantsville (W 54-18)
Jan. 6 - at Spanish Fork (W 41-31)
Jan. 8 - SPRINGVILLE (L 35-37)
Jan. 12 - BINGHAM* (L 30-41)
Jan. 14 - KEARNS* (W 49-29)
Jan. 19 - at Taylorsville* (W 56-37)
Jan. 21 - COPPER HILLS* (W 56-32)
Jan. 26 - at West Jordan* (W 59-37)
Jan. 28 - at Bingham* (L 30-32)
Feb. 4 - at Kearns* (W 52-34)
Feb. 9 - TAYLORSVILLE* (W 60-37)
Feb. 11 - at Copper Hills* (W 46-34)
Feb. 16 - WEST JORDAN* (W 66-34)
-----5A state tournament-----
Feb. 23 - BRIGHTON (L 44-46)

* - Region 3 games. Home games in CAPS
SEASON SCHEDULE
Nov. 24

Bingham 39, Cottonwood 36
Judge Memorial 54, Copper Hills 24
Kearns 43, Davis 27
Riverton 66, West 22
Taylorsville 47, Jordan 42
Mountain View 47, West Jordan 17

Nov. 25

Taylorsville 56, Murray 31

Dec. 1

Highland 35, Copper Hills 32
Kearns 33, Hunter 17
Taylorsville 52, Clearfield 46

Dec. 2

Bingham 62, Davis 30
Riverton 34, Weber 27
Layton 57, West Jordan 44

Dec. 3

Clearfield 42, Kearns 33

Dec. 4

Bingham 47, Weber 35
Layton 52, Copper Hills 37
Riverton 51, Murray 36
Taylorsville 60, Davis 39

Dec. 8

Bingham 54, Jordan 45
Kearns 48, Cottonwood 26
Brighton 33, Riverton 32
Taylorsville 62, Woods Cross 50
West Jordan 33, Highland 22

Dec. 9

Hillcrest 57, Copper Hills 52
Kearns 48, Timpview 39

Dec. 10

Brighton 49, Bingham 45 (OT)
Riverton 36, Pleasant Grove 25

Dec. 11

Copper Hills 36, Uintah 26
Kearns 43, Hillcrest 22
Taylorsville 52, Cottonwood 38
West Jordan 49, Cyprus 29

Dec. 15

Bingham 48, Alta 47
West Jordan 61, Bountiful 60 (3 OT)

Dec. 16

Bingham 62, Cyprus 28

Dec. 17

West Jordan 34, Murray 31
Kirtland, N.M. 47, Kearns 22

Dec. 18

Olympus 49, Copper Hills 33
Alta 65, Taylorsville 38
Navajo Prep, N.M. 44, Kearns 30

Dec. 19

Bingham 41, Spanish Fork 32
Riverton 61, Park City 20
Durango, Colo. 43, Kearns 28

Dec. 21

Riverton 50, Tooele 21

Dec. 22

Jordan 50, Copper Hills 28
Alta 68, West Jordan 36

Dec. 29

Riverton 40, Wasatch 27
Taylorsville 46, Hunter 32
West Jordan 44, Hillcrest 26
Dec. 30

Riverton 54, Grantsville 18
Fremont 48, Taylorsville 45

Dec. 31

Bingham 54, Layton 49

Jan. 5

West Jordan 44, Westlake 31

Jan. 6

Syracuse 54, Bingham 41
Riverton 41, Spanish Fork 31

Jan. 7

West Jordan 39, Salem Hills 38

Jan. 8

Springville 37, Riverton 35

Jan. 12

Bingham 41, Riverton 30
Taylorsville 44, Copper Hills 21
Kearns 53, West Jordan 46

Jan. 14

Bingham 53, Copper Hills 31
Riverton 49, Kearns 29
Taylorsville 36, West Jordan 31

Jan. 19

Bingham 50, Kearns 34
West Jordan 43, Copper Hills 26
Riverton 56, Taylorsville 37

Jan. 21

Bingham 63, West Jordan 38
Riverton 56, Copper Hills 32
Taylorsville 51, Kearns 35

Jan. 26

Taylorsville 43, Bingham 42 (OT)
Kearns 48, Copper Hills 45
Riverton 59, West Jordan 37

Jan. 28

Bingham 32, Riverton 30
Taylorsville 53, Copper Hills 36
Kearns 31, West Jordan 23

Feb. 4

Bingham 51, Copper Hills 42
Riverton 52, Kearns 34
Taylorsville 56, West Jordan 38

Feb. 9

Bingham 58, Kearns 33
West Jordan 42, Copper Hills 39
Riverton 60, Taylorsville 37

Feb. 11

Bingham 64, West Jordan 33
Riverton 46, Copper Hills 34
Taylorsville 61, Kearns 42

Feb. 16

Bingham 60, Taylorsville 33
Kearns 58, Copper Hills 37
Riverton 66, West Jordan 34

Feb. 20

Taylorsville 47, Layton 32
Roy 53, Kearns 37

Feb. 23

Pleasant Grove 47, Bingham 43
Brighton 46, Riverton 44
Taylorsville 61, Lone Peak 54

Feb. 24

Skyline 39, Taylorsville 29
Feb. 23 - Brighton 46, Riverton 44

Story of the game: Katie Tominaga scored 14 points and Shelbi
Everett had 13 as Brighton took a big first-half lead and then held on to
edge Riverton in a first-round battle of the 5A state tournament.

Riverton's highlights: The Silverwolves trailed the entire game, but
made a huge rally behind Caitlin Nelson (19 points) and Kylee Hogue
(12). Riverton cut the margin and had a chance to win, but Nelson's
three-pointer at the buzzer barely missed.

Brighton's highlights: The Bengals played one of their best halves of
the season and grabbed a 30-9 advantage at intermission. Everett had
three treys, and Brighton also benefited from the foul differential.

Statistical notes: Both teams came into the game with identical 17-4
records. Nelson scored 17 of her points in the second half. Brighton
shot 18-27 from the free-throw line. Riverton was 12-18.

What we learned from this game: Despite not having Johnson,
Riverton made a valiant effort and even Brighton's players thought
Nelson's final shot was going to make it. This was one of the most
exciting games of the tournament.

Links: Both Salt Lake newspapers had reporters at the game. To read
the Deseret News story, click here. For the Tribune article, click here.


Feb. 16 - Riverton 66, West Jordan 34

Story of the game: Mandi Jackson, Kylee Hogue and Caitlin Nelson
reached double figures as Riverton had one of its best offensive
outings of the season in beating West Jordan in each team's Region 3
finale.

Riverton's highlights: Playing without center Megan Johnson, the
Silverwolves found several other scorers and put together their
highest-scoring game since the season opener. Riverton led 27-13 at
halftime, then outscored West Jordan 24-5 in the third period.

West Jordan's highlights: The Jaguars scored 16 of their 34 points in
the fourth quarter. Taylor Johnson and Jessica Bloxham had 10 points
each.

Statistical notes: This was Senior Night at Riverton, and a lot of
seniors had big nights. It was revealed that Johnson has a torn
meniscus and ACL and is out for the year. Riverton shot 25-39 from the
free-throw line.

What we learned from this game: Riverton finished the regular
season with a convincing win, but it's still unknown how well the
Silverwolves will play without their leading scorer. The Silverwolves
earned a first-round home game against Brighton.

Links: There was no local media coverage of this game. To read the
Deseret News brief, click here. There was no report in the Salt Lake
Tribune.


Feb. 11 - Riverton 46, Copper Hills 34

Story of the game: Caitlin Nelson scored 17 points as Riverton tried to
shake off the loss of leading scorer Megan Johnson to a
season-ending injury and downed Copper Hills in a Region 3 game.

Riverton's highlights: Nelson's 17 was her season-high and the best
scoring of any player besides Johnson. The victory was marred by her
injury and the team had difficulty putting away the Grizzlies.

Copper Hills' highlights: The Grizzlies stayed with Riverton. Jessica
Cruse had one of her best games with 12 points, seven rebounds and
three blocks. Copper Hills also shot 40 percent from the field.

Statistical notes: Johnson had two points when she left in the game in
obvious pain. Allee Carter added eight points and Katie Bodily seven.
Riverton shot just 10-22 from the free-throw line.

What we learned from this game: The win clinched the second seed
for Riverton in the upcoming 5A state tournament, but Johnson's injury
reduced its chances. Bingham also won to clinch the region's top seed.

Links: There was no local media coverage of this game. To read the
Deseret News brief, click here. For the Salt Lake Tribune box score,
click here.


Feb. 9 - Riverton 60, Taylorsville 37

Story of the game: Megan Johnson led four players in double figures
as Riverton stayed in contention for the Region 3 crown with a
convincing win over Taylorsville.

Riverton's highlights: Johnson, Caitlin Nelson, Allee Carter and Katie
Bodily combined for most of Riverton's points. Riverton dominated play
and built a 44-19 lead at one point. The SIlverwolves shot 19-21 from
the free-throw line.

Taylorsville's highlights: The Warriors didn't have much to cheer
about, but they outscored Riverton 18-16 in the fourth quarter. Sa'ane
Lo'amanu had a big night with 21 points. Whitney Mitchell had 12.

Statistical notes: The 37 points was Taylorsville's season low, and
Riverton did it twice. Lo'amanu had three treys for the Warriors.

What we learned from this game: Riverton's win put Bingham in sole
possession of first place, but it also kept the Silverwolves in the
running for the title.

Links: There was no local media coverage of this game. To read the
Deseret News brief, click here. There was no report in the Salt Lake
Tribune.


Feb. 4 - Riverton 52, Kearns 34

Story of the game: Megan Johnson poured in 26 points to tie her
season high and helped Riverton pull away from Kearns in the second
half to win this Region 3 contest.

Riverton's highlights: The Silverwolves led just 21-16 at halftime, but
outscored Kearns 20-4 to build a big lead. Morganne Campbell added
eight points, including a pair of three-pointers.

Kearns' highlights: The Cougars put up a good battle in the first half
and showed great improvement. Christen Lopez led Kearns with 10
points and had two of the team's four three-pointers.

Statistical notes: Riverton shot 12-20 from the free-throw line. Kearns
was 8-15. Kearns swept the season series.

What we learned from this game: The Silverwolves got back on the
winning track by getting the ball to their best scorer, Johnson, who
came through once again.

Links: There was no local media coverage of this game. To read the
Deseret News brief, click here. To view the Salt Lake Tribune box
score, click here.


Jan. 28 - Bingham 32, Riverton 30

Story of the game: Dezz Ramos scored 10 points and Chalese
Fankhauser made a big defensive play late in the game as Bingham
held off Riverton for the second time this season in a Region 3 game.

Riverton's highlights: Riverton got its offense going in the second
quarter and took a 21-17 lead at intermission. Megan Johnson topped
the Silverwolves with 10 points in this defensive-minded matchup.

Bingham's highlights: The Miners took the lead in the second half and
then held on to the ball for most of the last three minutes to hang on.
Nicole Newbold added seven points as Bingham made up for its loss
at Taylorsville.

Statistical notes: The offenses often held on to the ball for long
periods of time. The teams combined to shoot just nine free throws.

What we learned from this game: The Silverwolves lost to the Miners
again, so a Region 3 title this season is possible, but unlikely.

Links: The Salt Lake Tribune had a reporter at the game. To read the
Tribune story, click here. For the Deseret News brief, click here.


Jan. 26 - Riverton 59, West Jordan 37

Story of the game: Megan Johnson dominated, scoring a season-high
26 points as Riverton bounced West Jordan and moved back into a tie
for first place in Region 3.

Riverton's highlights: Johnson led just 30-25 at halftime, but
outscored West Jordan 19-4 in the third quarter to put the game away.
Mandi Jackson helped with a season-high 10 points.

West Jordan's highlights: The Jaguars stayed in the game in the first
half. Jessica Bloxham led with 12 points and Ashleigh Lamoreaux had
six. They also had a pair of three-pointers each.

Statistical notes: Riverton held the Jaguars to just 12 points in the
second half. Riverton shot 13-20 from the free-throw line. West Jordan
was 3-8.

What we learned from this game: Bingham lost at Taylorsville tonight
to force a three-way tie and set up another big Riverton-Bingham game
next.

Links: There was no local media coverage of this game. To read the
Deseret News brief, click here. For the Salt Lake Tribune box score,
click here.


Jan. 21 - Riverton 56, Copper Hills 32

Story of the game: Caitlin Nelson led a balanced scoring effort with 10
points and helped Riverton post a convincing victory over Copper Hills
in a Region 3 game.

Riverton's highlights: The Silverwolves jumped to a 16-3 first-quarter
lead and built the margin to 24 points while substituting freely. The
margin could have been more had Riverton shot better than 19-27 from
the free-throw line.

Copper Hills' highlights: The Grizzlies had their moments. Terysa Dyer
and Marissa Lazenby had seven points each. Kaylee Snyder led the
team in rebounds with seven.

Statistical notes: There was a big discrepancy in fouls. Copper Hills
shot just 3-8 from the free-throw line. Allee Carter and Megan Johnson
had eight points each for Riverton.

What we learned from this game: This was an easy win for Riverton,
and the team scoring is more balanced as more players get their
chance on the court.

Links: There was no local media coverage of this game. To read the
Deseret News brief, click here. There was no report in the Salt Lake
Tribune.


Jan. 19 - Riverton 56, Taylorsville 37

Story of the game: Megan Johnson scored 18 points and Kylee Hogue
had 11 as Riverton dominated early and went on to blow past
Taylorsville in a Region 3 contest.

Riverton's highlights: The Silverwolves led 16-3 after one period and
built the margin to 52-24 going into the final quarter. This was a big
effort and every player got involved.

Taylorsville's highlights: The Warriors outscored Riverton 13-4 in the
fourth period to make the score appear closer. Whitney Mitchell had 11
points and Erin Romero had nine.

Statistical notes: The teams combined to shoot 65 free throws.
Riverton shot just 18-37 from the line. Johnson was responsible for
most, going 10-17 and getting a couple of Taylorsville players in foul
trouble.

What we learned from this game: This might have been Riverton's
best offensive effort this season. This was a key victory as Taylorsville
could challenge for the Region 3 title.

Links: The Salt Lake Tribune had a reporter at the game. To read the
Tribune story, click here. To read the Deseret News brief, click here.


Jan. 14 - Riverton 49, Kearns 29

Story of the game: Megan Johnson scored 18 points and Caitlin
Nelson had 10 as Riverton built a big lead and whipped Kearns in a
Region 3 contest.

Riverton's highlights: The Silverwolves dominated, grabbing a 42-13
lead going into the final period. They were able to empty their bench.
Riverton dominated inside. Kearns never got to the free-throw line.

Kearns' highlights: The Cougars outscored Riverton 16-7 in the final
period to make the score appear closer. Soko Farani led with nine
points and Fa Afatasi had eight.

Statistical notes: Kearns had the game's only three-pointer. Riverton
shot 11-16 from the free-throw line.

What we learned from this game: The Silverwolves claimed their first
region win and now must get on a roll to keep pace with rival Bingham.

Links: There was no local media coverage of this game. To read the
Deseret News brief, click here. There was no report in the Salt Lake
Tribune.


Jan. 12 - Bingham 41, Riverton 30

Story of the game: Dezz Ramos scored 17 points and Bingham hit
almost all of its free throws to pull away from Riverton and win this key
battle in each team's Region 3 opener.

Riverton's highlights: This was a Riverton home game and the
Silverwolves rallied in the second quarter to take a 17-15 lead at
halftime. Megan Johnson led a balanced attack with eight points.

Bingham's highlights: The Miners played great defense and the third
quarter and took a 23-20 lead. Then hit 14-15 free throws, many down
the stretch, to hang on to the win and end a four-game losing streak to
their rival.

Statistical notes: This was Riverton's first region loss in more than two
years. Bingham held Riverton to its lowest-scoring total.

What we learned from this game: Riverton dropped its second
straight game - both at home. The loss means Bingham is now the
favorite to win the region title, but these teams play once more.

Links: There was no local media coverage of this game. To read the
Deseret News brief, click here. There was no report in the Salt Lake
Tribune.


Jan. 8 - Springville 37, Riverton 35

Story of the game: Lexi Eaton provided the offense and Jessica
Jensen the defense as Springville rallied in the fourth quarter to nip
Riverton in a tough non-region battle.

Riverton's highlights: The Silverwolves got 11 points from Megan
Johnson and eight by Allee Carter and led most of the game. The
margin was 28-24 entering the fourth period. Riverton had balanced
scoring, despite the loss.

Springville's highlights: Eaton had 19 points as Springville outscored
Riverton 13-7 in the final period and remained unbeaten. This was one
of their toughest games. Jensen had just two points, but 10 blocked
shots.

Statistical notes: The 37 points Riverton gave up was its season high.
Riverton shot 11-18 from the free-throw line. Springville would reach
the 4A championship game.

What we learned from this game: This was a battle between 4A and
5A powers and a tough loss for the home team. Overall, though, this
game will help prepare Riverton for the upcoming region season.

Links: There was no local media coverage of this game. To read the
Deseret News brief, click here. For the Provo Herald brief, click here
and scroll down. There was no report in the Salt Lake Tribune.


Jan. 6 - Riverton 41, Spanish Fork 31

Story of the game: Megan Johnson was a big presence inside,
scoring 18 points as Riverton built a lead and held off Spanish Fork in
a competitive non-region game.

Riverton's highlights: The Silverwolves never trailed, but couldn't
shake Spanish Fork either. The lead was as high as 12 points in the
first quarter. Riverton helped itself by making 11-14 free throws.

Spanish Fork's highlights: The Dons dropped their fifth straight, but
played well and rallied to within 29-26 at one time. Brynlie Nielsen led
with 13 points and Erin Redd picked up five steals.

Statistical notes: We'll say it again. This would be Spanish Fork's
season-low point total. That's seven times in nine games so far.
Spanish Fork made just 6-19 free throws - on its home court. Allee
Carter and Kylee Hogue made three-pointers for Riverton.

What we learned from this game: After a one-week break, Riverton is
a little sluggish, but picks up another victory and improves its record to
9-1.

Links: The Deseret News had a reporter at this game. To read the
D-News story, click here. For the Salt Lake Tribune box score, click
here. To see the Provo Herald brief, click here and scroll down.


Dec. 30 - Riverton 54, Grantsville 18

Story of the game: Megan Johnson led a balanced scoring effort with
16 points as Riverton built a big lead and bounced Grantsville in a
non-region game.

Riverton's highlights: The Silverwolves led 30-6 at halftime, and
emptied their bench once again against a 3A opponent. Pume Currie
and Katie Bodily added eight points and three others had six. Riverton
made 15-17 free throws - a season best.

Grantsville's highlights: Kelsi Wells was the Cowboys' only real
offensive threat with 12 points. Grantsville only shot two free throws, but
made both of them. Riverton was the only 5A opponent on Grantsville's
schedule.

Statistical notes: Jamie Smith had six points on a pair of
three-pointers. Grantsville didn't make a single trey. Shall we say it
again? This was Grantsville's season-low point total - and by far.

What we learned from this game: This ends Riverton's tour of 3A
opponents, and only Wasatch gave the Silverwolves a game. All three
were on the road, though, and it allowed Riverton to find more offensive
output.

Links: There was no local media coverage of this game. To read the
Deseret News brief, click here. There was no report in the Salt Lake
Tribune or Tooele Transcript.


Dec. 29 - Riverton 40, Wasatch 27

Story of the game: Allee Carter, Caitlin Nelson, Mandi Jackson and
Morganne Campbell scored seven points apiece as Riverton built a
nice lead and held off Wasatch in a non-region game.

Riverton's highlights: The Wasps did a nice job on Megan Johnson,
but others picked up the slack and helped Riverton improve to 5-0 on
the road. The game was close early, but the Silverwolves dominated
the middle two quarters with their terrific defensive play.

Wasatch's highlights: Katrina Baird scored 12 points and had eight
rebounds as Wasatch rallied late in the game. The Wasps held
Johnson to her season low (five points). Natalie Pennington had 11
rebounds.

Statistical notes: The 27 points would be Wasatch's season low.
Anyone see a trend here? Carter and Campbell had three-pointers for
Riverton. It marked the first time someone other than Carter had made
one. Wasatch did a nice job rebounding against Riverton.

What we learned from this game: This was a potential upset, but
Riverton got the balanced scoring coach Ron Ence likes, and it paid off.
Wasatch is a decent 3A team this year.

Links: There was no local media coverage of this game. To read the
Deseret News brief, click here. For the Salt Lake Tribune box score,
click here. For the Provo Herald brief, click here and scroll down.


Dec. 21 - Riverton 50, Tooele 21

Story of the game: Megan Johnson led a balanced scoring effort with
15 points and Riverton dominated Tooele in a non-region game.

Riverton's highlights: The Silverwolves took a 14-7 first-quarter lead
and then let their defense do the talking. They held Tooele to only two
points in each of the next two quarters. Pume Currie had seven points
as 11 players scored.

Tooele's highlights: The Buffaloes played with Riverton in the opening
quarter, but the game got away in the second period. Rylee Mulitalo
had a decent game with eight points, Becca Smaellie added seven.

Statistical notes: Shall we say it again? This would be Tooele's
season-low point total. This is getting to be a habit. Riverton made a
season-best 17-23 free throws. Tooele was just 1-9. Surprisingly,
Tooele made no three-pointers.

What we learned from this game: After starting the season with
several powerful opponents, Riverton has a series of easy games, and
it's showing. It's an interesting scheduling move.

Links: There was no local media coverage of this game. To read the
Deseret News brief, click here. There was no report in the Salt Lake
Tribune or Tooele Transcript.


Dec. 19 - Riverton 61, Park City 20

Story of the game: Megan Johnson scored 20 points and Riverton
held Park City scoreless for the first 10 minutes of the game en route to
an easy non-region road victory.

Riverton's highlights: This had to be some sort of a record. Riverton
led 26-0 after the first quarter and continued to pile it on, even though
the Silverwolves filled the game with reserves. Kylee Hogue had nine
points and 10 different players scored.

Park City's highlights: It took the Miners some time to solve Riverton's
defense. Laurel Kasel found her outside shooting touch and finished
with 15 points, including three treys.

Statistical notes: Like many others before them, this would be Park
City's season low point total. Johnson's 20 points was her season
high (to date). Park City coach Sam White said, "this will be the best
team we'll face this season."

What we learned from this game: This was a nice break from
Riverton's traditional 5A preseason opponents, and it was no surprise
the Silverwolves dominated.

Links: The Salt Lake Tribune had a reporter and a photographer at the
game. To read the Tribune article, click here. For the Deseret News
brief, click here. To see the Trib's photos, click here.


Dec. 10 - Riverton 36, Pleasant Grove 25

Story of the game: Megan Johnson scored 11 points and Riverton's
defense dominated again, holding Pleasant Grove scoreless in the
second quarter, en route to a convincing non-region win.

Riverton's highlights: Riverton led 7-6 after the first quarter, but
outscored PG 10-0 in the second period to take a big lead. Allee Carter
backed up Johnson with eight points.

PG's highlights: After scoring just six points in the opening half, PG got
its offense going and the teams played evenly. Jennifer Hamson had
nine points and a game-high 12 rebounds. The loss ended PG's
three-game winning streak.

Statistical notes: Riverton won the inside battle, and hit 16-25 free
throws, compared to PG's 5-8. This 25-point effort would be PG's
season low.

What we learned from this game: Riverton is winning games with its
defensive efforts, and this time Johnson received some help
offensively. This was another big game between 5A powers, and
Riverton won this one.

Links: The Deseret News had a reporter and a photographer at this
game. To read the D-News story, click here. There was no report in the
Salt Lake Tribune or Provo Herald.


Dec. 8 - Brighton 33, Riverton 32

Story of the game: Kylie Hirschi scored 16 points and Brighton took
advantage of its better free-throw shooting to hold off Riverton in a
battle of unbeaten basketball powers.

Riverton's highlights: This game was close throughout. Megan
Johnson had 16 points for the Silverwolves. Riverton's defense played
well once again, holding Brighton what would be its season low point
total.

Brighton's highlights: The Bengals won this pivotal early season battle
between 5A title contenders. Shelbi Everett added six points. Brighton
made 8-12 free throws on its home court.

Statistical notes: Riverton made only 3-10 charity shots - its season
low (to date). Allee Carter added another three-pointer, which was the
only one in this game.

What we learned from this game: Riverton is playing tough defense,
but so far the Silverwolves have not found anyone who can consistently
back Johnson with more scoring. Opponents will figure this out quickly.

Links: Surprisingly, there was no local media coverage of this game.
To read the Deseret News brief, click here. To view the Salt Lake
Tribune box score, click here.


Dec. 4 - Riverton 51, Murray 36

Story of the game: Megan Johnson dominated inside once again,
leading the way with 16 points as Riverton stayed unbeaten and gave
Murray its fourth straight loss in a non-region game.

Riverton's highlights: This was the Silverwolves' home opener, and
defense won the game again. Johnson also had help on offense from
Kylee Hogue, who had 11 points, and Allee Carter had eight.

Murray's highlights: Madison Woodard scored 11 points and Sarah
Baron eight as Murray tried to stay with Riverton. Leading scorer Mariah
Duran had just three. Murray shot 10-11 from the free-throw line.

Statistical notes: Carter nailed a three-pointer, which was Riverton's
first this season. Riverton made 14-25 free throws. Through three
games, they've been pretty steady there, but improvement is needed.

What we learned from this game: This was Riverton's first home
game and the result was a not quite-so-comfortable 15-point win. The
defense has played well, however, in each game.

Links: There was no local media coverage of this game. To read the
Deseret News brief, click here. There was no report in the Salt Lake
Tribune.


Dec. 2 - Riverton 34, Weber 27

Story of the game: Megan Johnson was a scoring machine, throwing
down 21 points, as Riverton turned back Weber in a non-region game.

Riverton's highlights: This was a defensive battle, and Johnson was
the difference. Weber didn't have anyone that could match up with her.
Riverton led most of the game, and then made enough free throws at
the end.

Weber's highlights: Desiree Young was the Warriors' primary scoring
threat. She finished with eight points, including two three-pointers.
Weber fell to 0-3 and has had trouble scoring.

Statistical notes: Riverton shot 16-26 from the free-throw line. Weber
was 7-9. Young's treys were the only ones in the game. Katie Bodily
added seven points for Riverton.

What we learned from this game: The Silverwolves improved to 2-0
with another great defensive showing. Weber was a lot better
opponent, and again Riverton controlled.

Links: There was no local media coverage of this game. To read the
Deseret News brief, click here. For the Salt Lake Tribune box score,
click here. There was no report in the Ogden Standard Examiner.


Nov. 24 - Riverton 66, West 22

Story of the game: Megan Johnson scored 12 points and Caitlin
Nelson had 11 as Riverton blew out West early and claimed a
convincing road win in both team's season opener.

Riverton's highlights: This game was over early. Riverton jumped to a
17-4 lead and then held West scoreless for the rest of the half. The
Silverwolves played everybody. Katie Bodily added nine points and
Morgan Campbell eight.

West's highlights: The Panthers put together a rally in the third quarter,
scoring 14 of their 22 points. Madison Powell topped West with nine
points.

Statistical notes: Riverton made 17-28 free throws. West was 0-2.
West's Rikie Gregg made the game's only three-pointer.

What we learned from this game: This was the season opener, and
either West didn't come ready to play, or Riverton is that much better.
Only time will tell. Coach Ron Ence was able to empty the bench.

Links: There was no local media coverage of this game. To read the
Deseret News brief, click here. For the Salt Lake Tribune box score,
click here.
Caitlin Nelson battles a Bingham player for position.
Chelsey Taylor, Gerika Ballard, Brooke Woodhead, Whitney Saunders
and Kylee Hogue watch the action.
Caitlin Nelson, Megan Johnson and Kylee Hogue get position to
grab a rebound.
Salt Lake Tribune photo
Caitlin Nelson goes up to block a shot during Riverton's win
over Park City.
Deseret News photo
Allee Carter tries to keep the ball away from a Pleasant
Grove defender.