This past week in Montana high school basketball showcased a series of thrilling victories, unbeaten streaks, and standout performances. Teams across various classes demonstrated remarkable skills and determination on the court. From close nail-biters to dominant blowouts, the week was filled with memorable moments that highlighted the competitive spirit of Montana's young athletes.
Unstoppable Performances and Dominant Wins
Several teams extended their winning streaks or achieved significant milestones this week. The Broadview-Lavina Pirates (7-0) remained undefeated, with Connor Glennie leading the charge with 27 points in a victory over Northern Cheyenne. Similarly, the Noxon Red Devils (3-1) dominated Alberton, thanks to Ricky Williams' explosive 27-point performance. In another dominant display, the Huntley Project Red Devils (7-0) rolled over Joliet with a commanding 76-5 win, spearheaded by Kamry Mack's 14 points.
The week also saw some impressive individual performances. Kordt Smith of Miles City led his team to a decisive 73-33 win over Baker, scoring a game-high 17 points. Meanwhile, in a ranked matchup, Deron Lear of Fairfield scored 28 points to lead his team to a 56-46 victory over Choteau. Notably, Neva Jacobson of Malta put up an outstanding 29 points in her team's 59-39 win over Fairview, maintaining their unbeaten record (4-2).
Comebacks, Close Calls, and Upsets
The week featured several nail-biting finishes and unexpected upsets that kept fans on the edge of their seats. In a thrilling overtime contest, Ekalaka edged out Broadus 66-65, with Kaleb Frye delivering a game-high 27 points for the Bulldogs. Roberts narrowly defeated Bridger 62-55, thanks to Thommy Howard's 21-point effort. Savage secured a hard-fought 47-33 win over Westby-Grenora, with Hunter Sanders leading the charge with 22 points.
In one of the most surprising results, the Richey-Lambert Fusion pulled off their first win of the season against Bainville, overcoming a slow start to outscore the Bulldogs 28-17 in the second half. Gage Goltz of Bridger also had a standout night, scoring 27 points in a losing effort against Roberts. Additionally, Seeley-Swan managed to hold off Superior's second-half rally, winning 44-40 despite Josie Crabb's 23-point performance for the Bobcats.