BIGFORK— The Ely boys basketball squad took two of three games in the past week, after topping the Huskies 63-47 here on Tuesday. The game proved close in the first half as Ely headed into the break up by just five points. But the Wolves pulled away in the second half thanks to more consistent shooting and a better defensive effort.
Sophomore guard Jack Davies led the way for Ely with 20 points, while junior Caid Chittum was right behind with 19 points and ten rebounds for a double-double. Sophomore Drew Johnson added ten boards for Ely.
Tuesday’s convincing win proved a nice rebound after Ely’s 76-38 shellacking at the hands of Northland. “We were flat from the start,” said Head Coach Tom McDonald. “Northland shot the ball really well and it didn’t matter what defense we played as they went right through everyone.” The Wolves also struggled offensively, managing less than 30 percent from the field. Johnson led scoring for Ely with 12 points, while Davies added 11. Chittum added six rebounds.
Playing at home last Thursday, the Wolves dominated Nashwauk-Keewatin 65-37. “We got off to a good start and led 30-12 at halftime,” said McDonald. “I thought our defense was good the entire game and we shot the ball well also.” Davies had a big night, pouring in 31 points while Chittum added 16 and seven assists.
The Wolves were set to face Mt. Iron-Buhl on Thursday and host Duluth Marshall in a Saturday afternoon contest that gets underway at 2:45 p.m. They remain at home, hosting Carlton on Tuesday.