Scarborough Boys Basketball Dominates with 16 Three-Pointers
UPDATE: Scarborough’s boys basketball team delivered a stunning performance on Tuesday, sinking an impressive 16 three-pointers to secure a decisive 65-51 victory over Portland in a Class A South matchup. The Red Storm’s explosive play was highlighted by a remarkable 30-13 surge in the third quarter, propelling them from a slim halftime lead to a commanding advantage.
Carter Ryan was the standout player for Scarborough, racking up 27 points, all from beyond the arc. His four three-pointers in the pivotal third quarter helped transform a 27-26 lead into a stifling 57-39 margin. Scarborough, now boasting a record of 5-2, also saw contributions from Adam Fitzgerald, who added 18 points with four three-pointers of his own.
For Portland, now sitting at 4-3, Loic Ramazani scored 12 points while Benilson Lumani contributed 11 points in a valiant effort.
In another standout game, Oxford Hills triumphed over Mt. Ararat with an overwhelming score of 80-49. Cam Pulkkinen led the Vikings with an impressive 31 points, while Carson Stevens added 24 points. For the Eagles, Daniel Beal was the top scorer with 13 points.
In a nail-biting contest, Biddeford edged out Marshwood with a final score of 54-49. Jackson Whitaker was pivotal for the Tigers, scoring 10 of his 14 points in the third quarter to help catapult his team to victory. Julius Searles led Biddeford with 21 points, while Marshwood’s Robert Williams contributed 16 points.
In girls’ hockey, Pleasanton captured a close win against Gorham Co-op, finishing with a score of 4-3. Ella Davis shone with a hat trick, and Abbie Derosier made 32 saves to secure the victory for the Pioneers, bringing their record to 4-5.
As the season heats up, basketball fans should keep an eye on these teams as they continue to battle for supremacy. The next few weeks promise to deliver more thrilling matchups as high school basketball enters its critical phase. Stay tuned for updates on scores and standout performances from across the league.
