By JAYCEE DALE
Coming off two losses during the Hays City Shootout, the Hays High School boys’ basketball team got back in the winning way with a 58-41 victory Tuesday night.
HHS came out a little slow but pushed the whole first quarter, only allowing Colby to score four points. That allowed the Indians to lead 10-4 entering the second quarter.
Hays High exploded on offense in the second quarter, scoring 21 points to build a 31-21 advantage at halftime.
The Indians came out with fire and hustle in the third quarter, scoring nine in the first few minutes. HHS only allowed the Eagles to score eight points in the quarter to build a 50-29 cushion entering the final period.
The Indians now have a record of 2-2 on the season and will play at Pratt on Jan. 7.
Dalyn Schwarz led the Indians with a career-high 19 points. Carson Kieffer added 10 points for HHS.
