Pioneers turn back River Valley
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December 11, 2025

Pioneers turn back River Valley

By Tim Miller 

Jonathan Alder’s boys basketball team got back on the winning track with Tuesday’s 68-46 victory at River Valley.

The Pioneers held a 22-20 edge after the first quarter and took a 40-29 margin at halftime.

The Vikings managed only seven points during the third period.

Jonathan Alder took a 57-36 ad...

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