The Royall Panthers boys basketball team survived a late game rally by Westby to hang on for a 56-53 victory.  Royall led 42-31 in the 2nd half but Westby rallied and got within 54-53 before Braxton Board hit a pair of clutch free throws for the Panthers.  Westby had a chance to tie but Everett Hovens open 3point attempt rolled off the rim giving Royall the victory.  Trey Wildes led the Panthers with 18points while Dylan Velazquez added 11points.  Brock Preuss had two clutch three pointers for the Panthers as well in the victory. The win improves Royall to 10-2 on the season while Westby falls to 7-5.  Next up for Royall is a home game vs conference undefeated Bangor on Thursday night.  Royall is currently a game back to Bangor in the standings. That game can be heard live on NOW92oneFM and WRJC.com.