Rock Bridge boys basketball has prided itself on its tough defense all year long, and the way it defended in the first quarter of its win over Jefferson City set the tone for the 85-52 blowout victory.

After a JaMonta Black 3 on the first possession of the game, his first of five made 3-pointers, the Rock Bridge Bruins defended the Jefferson City Jays for nearly a minute before allowing an and-1, tying the game at three.