Panthers victorious in Valley rematch

Saratoga Panthers freshman Griffin Barlett made his return to the Panther Den for the first time since January 5th. It could not have happened at a better time as the Panthers got a 70-52 win over their valley rival the Encampment Tigers.

Bartlett had been battling with an illness but joined the team on the road against Cokeville and Farson-Eden. He received a loud cheer from the home crowd when the announcer called out his name.

“It is so amazing to be back and to play on our home court,” Bartlett said. “I was looking at our schedule and this is my first home game since January 5 and it just...