Bulldogs claim district crown with win over Northwest
Pictured with their coaches are members of the Ville Platte High boys’ basketball team that won the District 5-3A championship. In no particular order are Davonte Fontenot, Jaquan Lavergne, Jamarre Byers, Tauj Roy, Montavius Seraille, Taylin Richard, Jakhalan Slaughter, Troas Murray, Latelldrick Prejean, Sage Papillion, Michael Berry, and Latrayvion Thomas. (Photo courtesy of VPHS)
VILLE PLATTE – The Ville Platte Bulldogs are the District 5-3A champions after defeating the Northwest Raiders by a 51-43 margin last Friday night.
The Bulldogs did a good job holding off their district rival, using a balanced offense and stingy defense to avenge a loss to the Raiders earlier in the season.
Four Bulldogs scored in double-figures, headlined by 14 points from freshman center Monta…
