Wolverines boys basketball update

The Friday Harbor Wolverines played the Orcas Vikings on Jan. 10 at Orcas.

The Wolverines began with very aggressive play against the Vikings amassing a lead. The Vikings trailed in points, but at the buzzer, ending the 3rd quarter, the Vikings took the lead on a three-point shot.

In the fourth quarter, Friday Harbor came within two points of assuming the lead, however, they were having trouble scoring on several layups and foul shot attempts. The Vikings sailed ahead building their winning lead to 8 points. Final score, Wolverines fell to the Vikings, 47-55.

lan Roberson lays up for two points amidst heavy defensive pressure from the Vikings. (John Stimpson/Contributed photo)

lan Roberson lays up for two points amidst heavy defensive pressure from the Vikings. (John Stimpson/Contributed photo)

Ty Anderson shoots a 5-foot jumper for two. (John Stimpson/Contributed photo)

Ty Anderson shoots a 5-foot jumper for two. (John Stimpson/Contributed photo)

Jaden “JJ” Jones wrestles for a rebound. (John Stimpson/Contributed photo)

Jaden “JJ” Jones wrestles for a rebound. (John Stimpson/Contributed photo)

Gavin Mason battles his way to the basket against heavy defensive pressure. (John Stimpson/Contributed photo)

Gavin Mason battles his way to the basket against heavy defensive pressure. (John Stimpson/Contributed photo)

Remy August goes up for a layup with 4/5ths of the Viking team applying defensive pressure. (John Stimpson/Contributed photo)

Remy August goes up for a layup with 4/5ths of the Viking team applying defensive pressure. (John Stimpson/Contributed photo)