The Clinton Redskins hosted the Morenci Bulldogs on Friday for Homecoming, losing a tightly contested game, 44-43. The visiting Bulldogs hit a 3-pointer with 20 seconds left on the clock to take a 1 point lead. The Redskins final shot rattled in and out at the buzzer.

"This was a heart-breaker," said Coach Jordan Kelly. "We felt we had control of the game most the whole way, we just couldn't get many shots to fall. 14-29 from the free throw really hurt, it's tough to win these defensive battles shooting that percentage."

The game did not lack any intensity or effort, as both teams played tough and physical, to the tune of over 50 fouls being called in the game. 

"We knew what type of game it would be. Morenci is strong defensive team, and we feel that are a scrappy, hard-nosed team, as well. I was very proud of our defensive efforts, and thought we played well enough on that end of the floor to win. They just hit a big-time shot at the end." Kelly stated.

Clay Langer and Mitchell Drabicki both scored nine points to lead the Redskins on the offensive end.

Overall record: 5-8 (TCC 4-5)