Jones Sets School Record as Eagles Roll Past Hoxie
January 6, 2026
The Colby High School Eagle boys basketball team delivered a dominant road performance Tuesday night, overwhelming Hoxie 97–31 on January 6 in a game that quickly turned into a showcase of depth, energy, and a historic individual effort.
From the opening tip, Colby set the tone with relentless defensive pressure and an up-tempo offense that Hoxie struggled to match. The Eagles jumped out to a commanding first-quarter lead, forcing turnovers and converting them into points at the other end. By the end of the opening period, Colby had built a 23–2 advantage, leaving little doubt about the trajectory of the night.
The second quarter followed a similar pattern, as Colby continued to rotate players while maintaining intensity on both ends of the floor. The Eagles stretched the margin to 49–15 by halftime, a testament not only to offensive efficiency but also to sustained defensive effort that limited Hoxie’s scoring opportunities and disrupted their rhythm. Colby’s pressure defense consistently forced rushed passes and turnovers, allowing the Eagles to control tempo throughout the first half.
While the team performance stood out, the night ultimately belonged to senior Jordan Jones. Jones poured in 51 points, a total believed to be a new school record for Colby High School. The scoring outburst came just days after Jones had recorded a career-high 40 points, making the back-to-back performances even more remarkable. He scored at all three levels, knocking down long-range shots, finishing through contact at the rim, and capitalizing on transition opportunities created by Colby’s defense.
Despite the individual milestone, head coach Reed Stephens emphasized the collective nature of the victory and what pleased him most about the performance.
“I will get you the stats. The one stat that everyone is keying on right now is that Jordan Jones scored 51 which we believe is a school record,” Stephens said. “As far as the game goes I think overall from our perspective I was pleased that everyone got an opportunity to play. We got every player some time on the court which is always nice.”
That depth was evident as Colby continued to substitute freely without any noticeable drop in energy or execution. Whether it was the starting lineup or players deeper in the rotation, the Eagles played with the same urgency.
“I was also really pleased that the guys all played with a high level of energy and intensity,” Stephens said. “It didn’t matter if it was starters or the 14th man, we all played with high energy and good intensity the whole game.”
Colby maintained control in the third quarter, pushing the lead even further and triggering a running clock in the fourth. The Eagles continued to share the ball and attack offensively, finishing the night just three points shy of the century mark. Even with the outcome decided early, Colby never let up defensively, a point of emphasis for Stephens as the season progresses.
After the game, the focus quickly shifted forward rather than lingering on the lopsided win or the record-setting performance.
“After the game we just talked about using the momentum from this game and getting ready for the next one against Hugoton,” Stephens said. “I was glad we won the game but we can’t just rest on that. Sometimes when you have a big win you can make the mistake of letting off a little and I told the guys it’s important we don’t do that.”
With Hugoton up next, Stephens made it clear that the challenge will be different, and the Eagles will need to bring the same mindset that fueled Tuesday’s win.
“Hugoton is a good team and we will have to play another good game if we want to come out on the right side of it,” he said. “I’m excited for Friday!”
Colby’s convincing road victory, highlighted by a historic scoring night and a complete team effort, provides strong momentum as the Eagles continue through a demanding stretch of their schedule.