The Monticello Ponies boys basketball team played at Juda on December 4th. The Ponies were ahead at halftime, 27-19, and held on to their lead to win the game, 66-52.

The Ponies overcame an early Panther’s lead in the first half. Juda finished the first half and began the second half with a 9-0 run, closing Monticello’s lead to 3 points but the Ponies persevered and won the game.

“They shot well from 3-point line, but we were able to work the ball inside and get to the free throw line,” said Coach Mark Olson. “We were also able to get a number of their starters into foul troubl...