They Royall Panthers girls basketball team improved to 6-1 on their season after holding off Black River Falls 48-39 Monday night.  Royall nearly blew a 39-22 second half lead as Black River Falls clawed within 42-39 late in the game.  Royall knocked down enough free throws down the stretch for the victory.  Bria Gruen led the Panthers in scoring with 16points.  Freshman Gianna Backaus led the Tigers with a game high 19points nearly leading Black River Falls back.  Royall will play in the Richland Center Holiday tournament coming up this next Monday and Tuesday.