Local Sports Journal
The Mona Shores girls basketball team trailed Muskegon by three points in the final seconds of regulation Friday when Jordan Walker downed a 3-pointer to send the game into overtime.
The the Sailors outscored the Big Reds 6-2 in the extra session to seal a thrilling 59-55 victory in O-K Black Conference action.
Shamara Tumblin muscles a shot up during the Sailors win over Muskegon. Photo/Joe Lane
Mona Shores was up by two at halftime but Muskegon came back to take a three point lead after the third quarter.
“It was probably the wildest girl’s game I’ve ever seen,” said Mona Shores head coach Brad Kurth. “It took a lot of heart for us to come back. I’m proud of the kids.”
“If this is any indication of how the conference will be, it’s going to be a battle.”
Walker led the Sailors with 21 points and 14 rebounds. Kelsey Wolffis added 16 points and 11 rebounds while Shamara Tumblin contributed 13 points.
Mardrieka Cook get a shot in for Muskegon. Photo/Joe Lane
Madriekia Cook led the Big Reds with 25 points and 12 rebounds. Tierra Williams added 12 points.
