Sasquatch Control Second Half in Win Over Shoreline
A balanced offensive effort and steady defense down the stretch lifted Spokane to a 77–66 victory over Shoreline on Sunday evening in Coeur d’Alene.
Spokane used a balanced offensive effort and a strong presence on the glass to secure a 77–66 win over Shoreline on December 28 in Coeur d'Alene.
The Sasquatch built a narrow 42–38 lead at halftime and maintained control throughout the second half, holding Shoreline to 28 points after the break while continuing to generate efficient looks on offense.
Grant Olsen led Spokane with a game-high 23 points and 12 rebounds, recording a double-double while shooting 7-for-12 from the field and a perfect 8-for-8 at the free-throw line. Javonte Boles followed with 16 points and seven rebounds, providing consistent interior scoring and physicality.
Jack Del Mese added 15 points, knocking down three three-pointers, while Jasahn Redmond chipped in 12 points, five rebounds, and three steals in an all-around performance. Spokane finished the night shooting 48.2 percent from the floor and out-rebounded Shoreline 38–39, including 32 defensive boards.
Defensively, Spokane forced 10 turnovers and limited Shoreline to 34.8 percent shooting overall and 4-for-23 from beyond the arc. Shoreline was led by Javon McFerrin's 12 points and Troy Nickel's nine, but struggled to find consistent offensive rhythm against Spokane's half-court defense.
Spokane closed the game with steady execution at the free-throw line, finishing 17-for-22 from the stripe to seal the 11-point victory.
