Farmington Cruises Past Newcomb, Tournament Field Shows Depth
Farmington topped Newcomb 63, 19 in the opening round of the Marv Sanders Invitational on December 11, 2025, with junior guard Chenoa Parrish scoring 19 points. The decisive win and other strong performances including a convincing victory by Volcano Vista set the tone for the tournament and gave local fans an early look at teams shaping up for the winter season.
Farmington built a commanding opening round victory over Newcomb, winning 63 to 19 at the Marv Sanders Invitational hosted in Farmington on December 11, 2025. Chenoa Parrish led the way with 19 points as Farmington dictated the tempo from the outset, limiting Newcomb's offensive opportunities and converting repeatedly on transition and set plays. The result secured Farmington a favorable position as the bracket moved into the second round.
The Marv Sanders Invitational brought a competitive field to town, and Farmington was not the only team to make an impression. Volcano Vista also posted a convincing opening round win, signaling that the tournament will provide several quality matchups before the weekend is over. Those results will frame seeding and expectations as teams shift focus toward bracket play, and coaches will use the quick turnaround to evaluate rotations and adjust strategies.
For local athletes and families the tournament offers more than wins and losses. Hosting a regional event brings visiting teams to Farmington and creates opportunities for community support and exposure for girls basketball in the county. Early season tournaments test depth, chemistry, and conditioning, all of which can influence performance during district play and later in the season. Young players gain experience against unfamiliar opponents and local fans get an early sense of which squads might contend for postseason honors.
Farmington's control of pace and a standout scoring night from Parrish showed how a single strong performance can shape a tournament run. Newcomb will regroup and seek adjustments before the next game, while Farmington and Volcano Vista enter the next rounds with momentum. As the Marv Sanders Invitational continues, outcomes here will matter to coaches building toward district schedules, to players earning minutes, and to a community that comes out in force to support girls athletics in San Juan County.
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