Ignacio guard Autumn Smith (23) motors away from a Dove Creek defender during the junior-varsity’s 2016-17 season-opener Thursday, Dec. 1, at DCHS. Having led 11-0 after one quarter, HIS withstood the Lady Bulldogs’ extensive comeback bid and prevailed 35-33 on the road. The JV boys were also successful their first time out this winter with a 73-8 triumph.

Ignacio’s Bella Torrez (11) hoists up a baseline jumper over a Dove Creek defender during the junior-varsity’s 2016-17 season-opener Thursday, Dec. 1, at DCHS. Having led 11-0 after one quarter, IHS withstood the Lady Bulldogs’ extensive comeback bid and prevailed 35-33 on the road. Breaking free early for a 48-1 halftime lead the JV boys were en route to a triumph.