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Hot Springs Today
By the People, for the People
Trojans pull away late for win behind Judah Johnson's 40-point night
Hot Springs sophomore forward leads team to victory over El Dorado
Published on Feb. 15, 2026
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The Hot Springs Trojans welcomed El Dorado into Trojan Arena on Friday night and ran away with an 80-57 win fueled by sophomore forward Judah Johnson's 40-point performance. The Trojans overcame a halftime deficit to pull away in the second half, with Johnson taking over the game and getting to the free throw line 10 times.
Why it matters
This win keeps the Trojans in the hunt for a top-2 seed in the conference standings, as they chase a favorable playoff position. Johnson's breakout game shows the team's ability to step up when their leading scorer was sidelined, highlighting the depth and coaching adjustments that allowed them to secure this important victory.
The details
Johnson scored on fast breaks, offensive rebounds, and even hit a 3-pointer, as El Dorado had no answer for his dominance. Sophomore guards Daron Hicks and Nic Haines also contributed 12 and 10 points respectively to the Trojans' win. El Dorado was led by a trio of senior guards, with Isaiah Robinson scoring 19 points and Herman Gill adding 15.
- The Trojans and Wildcats played a competitive first half, with El Dorado leading at the break.
- Hot Springs came alive in the second half, pulling away to win 80-57.
The players
Judah Johnson
A sophomore forward for the Hot Springs Trojans who scored 40 points to lead his team to victory.
Daron Hicks
A sophomore guard for the Hot Springs Trojans who scored 12 points in the win.
Nic Haines
A sophomore guard for the Hot Springs Trojans who scored 10 points in the victory.
Isaiah Robinson
A senior guard for the El Dorado Wildcats who led his team with 19 points.
Herman Gill
A senior guard for the El Dorado Wildcats who scored 15 points in the loss.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)
The takeaway
This game showcased the Trojans' depth and ability to adjust their game plan when their leading scorer was sidelined, with Judah Johnson stepping up with a dominant 40-point performance to lead his team to an important conference win.
