Ranked fifth in the Horizon Air poll heading into the tournament, the Spokane Sasquatch’s first round loss to the hard-charging Lower Columbia Red Devils came as a surprise. However, their loss to seventh ranked Mt. Hood might be a tougher pill to swallow as the Sasquatch ran out of time as they fought back from a 23 point deficit, bringing it within 7 with just under a minute to play.
 
“I am very proud of our guys with the way they bounced back on such short notice,” said Spokane coach Clint Hull. “They showed their true character by never letting up in this one and making a game out of it down the stretch.” 

Spokane is knocked out of the tournament with a loss, 88-80.

Leading the Saints was Jeremy Jones. His hot hand went eight for 10 for 22 points. Teammates Jamar Johnson had 21 and Earl Jones contributed 18 with 10 assists.
 
The Sasquatch had three players in the double digits – after an explosive game last night, Zach Humphrey had 13, while teammate Griffon Jones contributed 16. Derek Gianukakis lead the team with 18.
 
Mt. Hood will battle for fifth place tomorrow against the Whatcom Orcas. Spokane exits the 2009 NWAACC Championship with a 20-8 season record.