The Meadow Broncos have punched their ticket to the postseason and will enter the playoffs as the top-seed Division I representative out of District 5-1A. For a program with a proud history, this year’s appearance carries added motivation.
The last time the Broncos advanced beyond the bi-district round was during the 2016-2017 season. That year, Meadow rolled past Lorenzo 74-39 in bi-district play, edged Crowell 65-62 to claim the Area Championship, and narrowly fell to district rival New Home 53-51 in the third round. Since then, the Broncos have been searching for another deep run.
This season, they are determined to change the narrative.
Meadow will travel to Lamesa on Tuesday night, Feb. 24, to take on the Grady Wildcats in the bi-district round. Tipoff promises a competitive matchup between two teams that are very familiar with one another.
Under the leadership of Coach Alaniz, the Broncos enter the playoffs with a 19-13 overall record and a 6-4 mark in district play. Through district competition, Meadow averaged 43 points per game while allowing 46. While the numbers may not jump off the page, the Broncos have shown resilience and the ability to grind out tough wins.
Grady comes in with a 17-11 overall record and an identical 6-4 district record. The Wildcats averaged 47 points per game in district action while allowing just 36, showcasing a defense that can make life difficult for opposing offenses.
This won’t be the first meeting between the two squads. In early January, Grady traveled to Meadow and came away with a 45-28 victory. That result adds an extra layer of intensity as the Broncos look to make adjustments and even the score when it matters most.
Both teams share common opponents in Spur and O’Donnell. Meadow defeated Spur 37-25, while Grady handled Spur 46-22. Against O’Donnell, both teams fell short, with Meadow losing 48-42 and Grady dropping a 67-44 contest. Those results suggest Tuesday’s matchup could come down to execution and composure in key moments.
For Meadow to advance, senior Kyle Woodard will need to dominate the glass on both ends of the floor. His rebounding presence will be crucial in limiting second-chance opportunities for Grady while creating extra possessions for the Broncos.
Brayson, Pancho, EJ, and Isaac will also play vital roles. Their speed and defensive discipline must set the tone early. Sharing the basketball and taking high-percentage shots will be key against a Grady defense that thrives on forcing mistakes.
Now, it’s win or go home.
The Broncos have the opportunity to rewrite their postseason story and push beyond the “one-and-done” results of recent years. If Meadow can control the boards, play disciplined defense, and execute offensively, they could find themselves taking the first step toward a deeper playoff run — and perhaps a return to those good old days of going three or four rounds deep.
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