May 24, 2013

Sports Snaps

Delta boys coach

c08 dhsbbb2Photo by Wayne Crick Delta boys coach Von Mitchell discusses strategy during a timeout at last weekend’s Warrior Challenge at Central High School in Grand Junction. The Panthers played inspired ball at times but did not win any of its three games against Fruita, Central and Legacy.

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The look on Delta senior

c08 dhsbbb1Photo by Wayne Crick The look on Delta senior Chris Black’s face shows the ferocity with which he plays the game each time the Panthers play. Black is the point guard for Delta and is the center of attention for an opposing team’s defense.

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Panther boys hoops team a sleeper in tough 4A WSL

c06 dhsbbbPhoto by Wayne Crick Delta junior Ryan Whiteside (10) enters a pass to a waiting Douglas Hawkins during last weekend’s game against Legacy. The Lightning had too much offense for Delta as they rolled to an easy win. Delta failed to win a game in three tries at the Warrior Challenge, but coach Von Mitchell was optimistic after the game. “We’re just five days old and three of those days were on the court. We’ll get better!”For Delta High School head boys' basketball coach Von Mitchell, this could be a good year for the Panthers. Delta will have height, speed and savvy.

Lacking on this year's squad is a pure perimeter shooter who can score double digits each game.

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