Guikema, Ackley lead Hart to big victory over Newaygo in boys’ basketball matchup

LocalSportsJournal.com

HART – The Hart Pirates boys’ basketball team got off to a strong start and used it to cruise to a non-league victory over the Newaygo Lions.

Hart earned a 67-44 victory over the Lions on Monday night.

The host Pirates led 19-13 after one quarter and grew the advantage to 33-20 at halftime. Hart outscored Newaygo 34-24 in the second half.

Avery Guikema and Caleb Ackley both posted a double-double for the Pirates. Ackley finished with 16 points and 10 rebounds while Guikema scored 11 points and had 11 rebounds.

Hart will host West Michigan Aviation on Wednesday.