Basketball

A three-game stretch last week was a tough one for the Tuba City girls’ basketball team.

In a seamless fashion, Valley Lutheran’s Naomi Hernandez opened Tuesday night’s game against Northland Preparatory with a two-point layup. Another few seconds later, she made a steal and then converted for another two points.

Several conference losses have put the Window Rock Scouts in an early hole in the 3A North Region race.

Despite a rabid Tohatchi fan base, the Navajo Prep girls’ basketball team took the first of what could be four match-ups between the two Class 3A state powers.

There is no argument that reservation life offers many benefits. But for those with hopes of being recruited to a collegiate basketball program, it can be hard to get serious looks from college coaches while playing on the rez.