Polson sneaks by Loggers in double OT, 65-63
Libby's J. J. Davis passes the ball to a teammate while defended by Polson's Conner Lanier and Micak Askan Saturday. (John Blodgett/The Western News)
Libby's Ryggs Johnston is fouled by Polson's Conner Lanier Saturday. (John Blodgett/The Western News)
Libby Logger Brian Peck goes for two as Polson defenders Sam Schultz, left, and Shade Main and teammate Nik Jones, obscured, watch Saturday.
Libby's Jay Beagle sets his sights on the basket seconds before scoring against Polson Saturday. (John Blodgett/The Western News)
LIBBY — Shade Main poured in 27 points, including 19 in the second half and overtime, to lead Polson as it edged Libby in double overtime.
Main’s big day helped the Pirates overcome the feisty Loggers, who received 22 points from Ryggs Johnston and 16 from JJ Davis in the back-and-forth affair.
Connor Lanier added 12 points for Polson, while Weston Danley scored 11.
Keith Johnson was Libby’s only other double-digit scorer with 11.
Polson, which trailed by four at halftime after a disastrous second quarter, forced overtime by outscoring Libby 14-7 in the fourth.
Polson 19 8 13 14 11 — 65
Libby 8 23 16 7 9 — 63
POLSON: Robin Erickson 7, Connor Lanier 12, Shade Main 27, Trevor Schultz 4, Sam Schultz 3, Weston Danley 11.
LIBBY: Brian Peck 2, JJ Davis 16, Ryggs Johnston 22, Jay Beagle 3, Nik Jones 7, Keith Johnson 11.