Photo of the Day - November 10, 2021


Jake Pence looking to pass the ball

Spartans win by 13

St. Joseph-Ogden's Jake Pence keeps the ball away from Notre Dame de La Salette Boys Academy's Michael Carlisle during the early-season game back on December 2, 2014. Pence recorded one field goal and was 4-for-4 from the free throw line in the Spartans' 73-60 win over the visiting Lions. The Spartans would go on to win 24 games while suffering just six losses during the 2014-15 season. For a limited time only, click here to see more photos from this game.
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