On Thursday, the Rocky Mountain Grizzlies faced the Timberline Wolves in a battle between two of the state's top teams. Rocky Mountain had just enough and edged Timberline out 44-41. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Rocky Mountain also won the last time the pair played back in February of 2023.
It was another big night for Logan Sailors, who scored 20 points along with three steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Anna Dabell, who scored 12 points along with eight rebounds.
Timberline's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Emmi Swillie, who dropped a double-double on 13 points and 12 rebounds, and Grace Mertes who scored 14 points along with seven rebounds. Mertes is trending in the right direction, as she's improved her point production for three games straight. Ashlyn Graklanoff was another key contributor, scoring six points.
Rocky Mountain's victory bumped their record up to 13-5. As for Timberline, their loss ended a four-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 11-6.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Rocky Mountain's road trip will continue as they head out to face Borah at 7:30 p.m. on January 23rd. As for Timberline, they will square off against Owyhee at 7:30 p.m. on Monday.
