The Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers boys Topper basketball team played host to the Belen Eagles Monday night in Griffith Gymnasium. The Toppers fell behind early in the game, unable to close the gap. The Eagles’ fast offense and strong defense were more than the Toppers could handle, and they fell 39-81, bringing their record to 3-11. Here, Josh Matterson goes up for a shot in the 2nd half. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

Ben Brousseau powers his way through the Eagles’ defense to score in the 1st quarter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Noah Romero blocks Pablo Aguilar’s shot in the 3rd quarter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Dylan Baca drives past Issac Trujillo in the 3rd quarter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

The Topper Cheer Team. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com