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The Monticello Ponies varsity boys basketball team hosted Argyle on December 21st. The Ponies led 23-8 at the half and went on to win the game. The final score was Monticello 53, Argyle 19.

Seth Culberson’s 11 first half points helped the Ponies take a commanding lead, while Logan Bauman’s two 3-pointers boosted the offensive game. Argyle opened up the second half with a score, but Monticello went on a 16-0 run to extend their lead and win the game.

“The Argyle game was a defensive battle for a while,” said Coach Mark Olson. “Part way through the first half, we started to find...