TYLER – Class 1A seventh-ranked Martin County West was a 54-38 winner over No. 9 Hancock in the first round of the Russell-Tyler-Ruthton boys basketball tournament Tuesday, The Mavericks led 30-23 at halftime.
Tanner Sinn had a double-double of 22 points and 14 rebounds for MCW. He also recorded four steals.
Zach Anderson posted 13 points and five rebounds for the Mavericks, while Mitchell Weber recorded 10 points and four steals.
Matt Thompson led the Owls with 17 points.
Martin County West, 6-0, plays host RTR (5-1) in the championship game at 6 p.m. Wednesday. The Knights beat Benson 70-17 Tuesday.