Routt beats Athens 50-36 to reach New Berlin Regional final

Routt's seniors advance to the regional title game for the fourth straight season in search of the championship that so far has eluded them.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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The Routt boys' basketball team rolled out to a 19-point halftime lead and beat Athens 50-36 in the semifinals of the New Berlin Regional on Wednesday night. Despite leading scorer Bryson Mossman being held to just 4 points in the first half, Routt's other players stepped up to secure the victory. The Rockets will now face New Berlin in the regional title game on Friday.

Why it matters

Routt has been to the regional title game three years in a row but has yet to win the championship. This is their fourth straight appearance in the final, giving them another chance to finally capture the elusive regional title.

The details

Routt jumped out to a 15-6 lead after the first quarter and extended it to 33-14 by halftime. Even with Bryson Mossman struggling, the Rockets got contributions from Adam Abell, Brady Turner, and Owen Geirnaeirt. Routt then slowed the pace in the second half to protect their lead, although they committed 7 turnovers which frustrated coach Will Whalen. Athens was never able to get closer than 14 points in the final margin.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, February 26, 2026.
  • Routt will face New Berlin in the regional title game on Friday, February 28, 2026 at 7 p.m.

The players

Bryson Mossman

Routt's leading scorer who was held to just 4 points in the first half but still contributed with assists.

Owen Geirnaeirt

A Routt senior who hit a pair of 3-pointers in the second quarter to help build the big lead.

Adam Abell

Routt's leading scorer with 20 points, including 2 layups, a putback, and a 3-pointer in the second quarter.

Will Whalen

Routt's head coach who was frustrated by his team's 7 turnovers in the second half.

Athens

The No. 9 seed team that was unable to mount a comeback against Routt.

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What they’re saying

“If Bryson isn't having a good game or he's being double-teamed, our offense can still score.”

— Adam Abell (bnd.com)

“Everyone thinks that Bryson Mossman is our whole team, which is not true, because we can all score and play defense and rebound.”

— Owen Geirnaeirt, Routt senior (bnd.com)

“It'd be really nice to win one, but nothing's guaranteed. We've just got to go out there and play our game.”

— Adam Abell (bnd.com)

What’s next

Routt will face New Berlin in the regional title game on Friday, February 28, 2026 at 7 p.m.

The takeaway

Routt's balanced scoring attack and strong defense allowed them to build a big lead and hold on for the victory, despite their star player being limited in the first half. The Rockets' seniors are seeking their first regional championship after three straight runner-up finishes.