COLUMBIA RIVER - Columbia River Forward Evan Dirksen led all scorers with 31 points as the Chieftains beat Washougal Panthers 79-46 in a game.

Dirksen's points came on 10 field goals, 2 three pointers and 5 of 9 free throws during the game.

Alex Orr added 11. Washougal fell to 8-12 overall while Columbia River improved their record to 18-2.