Game Details - Boys Basketball

Following three quarters of trading the lead back-and-forth, Pleasant Grove (7-6) pulled ahead late to get a big win over Riverton, which came into the game with a 9-3 record.The Vikings limited the Silverwolves to just seven fourth quarter points, allowing them to squeak by for the narrow 54-52 victory. After the first quarter, it looked like Pleasant Grove was going to cruise, as it led 18-8 after the opening minutes. But Riverton stormed back to tie the game at halftime and even carry a three point lead into the final quarter of play. Austin Simon hit a go-ahead three-pointer with under a minute remaining to give the Vikings the points it needed to secure the victory. A potentially game-winning three-pointer from Riverton fell short at the buzzer. “It was nice to come out tonight and compete for 32 minutes against a very good team, especially after playing so poorly last Friday. (Underclassmen) Austin Simon and Ryan Hadley both made major contributions. That was great to see!” – Pleasant Grove coach Randy McAllister