Friday, March 29, 2024

Bridgeport boys rebound to defeat Shockers down the stretch

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BRIDGEPORT – The Mustangs boys’ varsity basketball team made a determined last half rebound to defeat the visiting Waterville-Mansfield, 53-60, after trailing most of the game by as much as 15 points.
During the first two quarters of the contest the Shockers seemed to be able to penetrate the Mustangs’ defense at will and, using their height advantage, get close-in baskets to take an early lead in the game.
“I believe we drew close at the end of the third quarter,” said coach Pat McFadden, “simply by persevering in the things we strive for every game - pressure D, disciplined offensive looks. and pushing the ball up the floor.”
McFadden said his team hit a couple of key three-point shots when it counted and combined with a couple of defensive stops early in the fourth quarter, pulled ahead by eight points near the end of the game. 
“A couple of mistakes enabled Waterville to pull back to within three,” said McFadden, “but we held on for the win in the end.
The coach said his team is learning how to finish games now, and not straggle through to the buzzer as in the past.
Bridgeport was scheduled to meet Republic on the road, Wednesday, Dec. 20, before hosting Entiat on Wednesday, Dec. 27.
 

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