Sharpshooting Glenn scorches Willapa Valley

Published 11:25 am Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Naselle cheerleaders support the team during a game against Willapa Valley.

NASELLE — Kolby Glenn caught fire and Willapa Valley never recovered.

The Naselle boys basketball team (8-0) continued their unbeaten streak by knocking off previously-undefeated Willapa Valley (4-1) 78-56, on Friday, April 14 in Naselle, led by a 27-point effort from the senior Comet guard.

The Comets blitzed the Vikings for 16-0 lead in the opening three minutes spurred by a stingy defense from senior Jimmy Strange and sharp shooting from Kolby Glenn.

Glenn hit four three-pointers and Strange added a couple steals and fast-break layups in building a 32-11 Naselle lead after the first quarter.

The Vikings battled back by scoring the opening nine points of the second period, cutting the lead to 39-26 going into the half.

In the third period Naselle regained momentum and expanded their lead, closing with a Glenn 5-point spurt to end the third period with 60-40 lead. The Comets then cruised to a 78-56 victory.

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