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Dowse Buzzer-Beater Sinks Chadron Comeback

Sidney's Red Raider Basketball team had not started well in the opening Western Conference Tournament the last few seasons, but some good play and tenacity over the weekend gave the Red Raiders a good start to their season with a 2-and-1 record and a third place win in the consolation game at the WCT on Saturday.

Opening with a victory against Alliance, the Red Raiders had to adjust to a Bulldog team that fell behind but continued stay within striking distance, pushing the Raiders the entire game. The Raiders were able to pull away for the 10 poin...