Jimmies Rally in Double Overtime for First Conference Win
The University of Jamestown beat the University of Mary 99 to 91 in double overtime on December 6, securing the program's first Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference victory of the season. The win highlighted a resilient second half comeback and standout scoring from Anthony Walters and Ford Okehi, a result with immediate implications for team momentum and local fan engagement.
University of Jamestown overcame a double digit deficit and a tense finish to outlast the University of Mary 99 to 91 in double overtime on December 6. Trailing by as much as ten points at stretches in regulation, Jamestown rallied in the second half and forced the first extra period with late foul shots, then prevailed in the second extra period to claim the program's first NSIC win of the season.
Offense was concentrated at the top of Jamestown's lineup, as Anthony Walters and Ford Okehi combined for 50 points, each finishing with 25. Their scoring carried the Jimmies through stretches of tight defense and physical play, and helped erase a deficit that had threatened to decide the game before regulation ended. The team displayed sustained composure late, converting crucial free throws and possessions that extended the contest.
The victory carries immediate local significance. As Jamestown competes within the Northern Sun conference, that first conference win provides a measurable lift in league play and a platform for the coaching staff to build consistency. For local fans and students, the dramatic finish reinforces community interest and can increase attendance and support at future home games. The result also affects how the program is viewed within the conference, with the potential to influence future scheduling, recruiting conversations, and the team morale that matters most in close league races.
Coach Casey Bruggeman praised the team's fight and said the victory should give the program momentum moving forward. The performance reflected a team able to respond under pressure, supplying a blueprint for converting close games into wins.
Game box score highlights include the final tally University of Jamestown 99, University of Mary 91, and two overtime periods required to decide the outcome. Leading contributors were Anthony Walters 25 and Ford Okehi 25. Jamestown now turns its attention to upcoming conference matchups, carrying the momentum of a hard fought and resilient win back to Stutsman County.
