On Nov. 20, the Bulldogs traveled to Chino Valley to take on the Cougars in a game that would have both teams shaking off the new season jitters in the first minutes of the game.
In the first quarter the Bulldogs would lead, out-scoring the Cougars who’s 3-point shooting would be able to keep the game within reach. The Bulldogs would outshoot the Cougars 14-9.
In the second quarter the Bulldogs would step up, outscoring the Cougars 24-13, for a halftime score of Winslow 38, Chino Valley 22. In the third quarter the Bulldogs would outshoot the Cougars 18- 7.
In the fourth quarter the Bulldogs would work on their passing and rebounds, and the Cougars would outscore the Bulldogs 13-8, for a final score of Winslow 64, Chino Valley 42.
Winslow had one player in double digits, Isaac David, with 20 points and most players scoring at least once.
On Nov. 22, the Bulldogs traveled to Kayenta to take on the Monument Valley Mustangs, in a game where the Bulldogs would lead throughout and keep the Mustangs from being able to muster a comeback.
In the first quarter the Bulldogs would out score the Mustangs 17-13, which included a 3-point buzzer beater by Mustang Latrell Begay to keep it close.
In the second quarter the Bulldogs would increase their lead by outshooting the Mustangs 16-11, making the halftime score Winslow 33, Monument Valley 24.
In the third quarter both teams would trade 3-point shots, and each team would score 15 points. In the final quarter the Mustangs would outscore the Bulldogs by just one point 14-13. But the Bulldogs defense was defining factor in securing the victory. The final score was Winslow 65, Monument Valley 55.
Winslow had three players in double digits led by Isaac David with 18 points, Izaak Panana with 12 and Jace Smith with 10.
Winslow hosted the Page Sand Devils on Nov. 26 for their home opener.
