Boys can't hold on against Lincoln, get first district win against Valley

The Seeley Swan High School Boys Basketball Team could not make enough shots on the road against Lincoln on Jan. 19, but rallied back against Valley Christian for a win at home on Jan. 20.

Head Coach Mike Haines said the team started strong against Lincoln, leading in the first quarter. He said the team simply couldn't make shots.

"If we were making baskets like we were in the first quarter, we would have been in it," Haines said.

Lincoln beat the Blackhawks 51-37. Haines said he was proud of the team because of the quick turnaround the next day, facing Valley Christian less than 24 hours after Lincoln. He said he was proud of the team's physicality, and was happy with the 57-47 victory.

The Blackhawks now face the next four games on the road, first at Drummond on Jan. 26 and then at Superior on Jan. 27. The team will also play a makeup game against Philipsburg after cold temperatures sidelined games last weekend.

 

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