Bulldogs Go To Spokane

WALLA WALLA - The Dayton Bulldogs are in the Final 8 in their 2B division after resoundingly beating Riverside Christian 59-41 at Wa Hi Friday night.

quot;We worked hard since fifth grade and this was our goal,quot; Bulldog Joey Schlachter said. quot;It was a hard physical game.quot;

At first, the Bulldogs seemed to have trouble outpacing the Crusaders from Yakima, but gained the upperhand through a 6-point run just before half time, boosting Dayton's confidence and spirits.

Those never let up in the second half, which saw Riverside resorting defensive fouls as the only but ineffective way to stop the Bulldogs' points onslaught.

quot;That run gave us an edge going into halftime,quot; Bulldogs Cruz Ramirez said. quot;We kept it going all the way. We Bulldogs we dont stop.quot;

The Dogs are heading to Spokane Thursday. On Sunday, their opponents in the Final 8 tournament will be announced.