Deerfield traveled to Easthampton to face a tough Williston squad. It was a defensive battle from the start.
During the first half, Deerfield faced challenges scoring, resulting in a 21-14 halftime deficit attributed to a handful of turnovers. However, the team rebounded in the second half, narrowing the gap primarily through Sungmin Ahn’s three-pointers, including a stellar assist from Marty Liu. Will Machnik’s aggressive takes to the basket helped to set the tone and the defensive prowess of Teddy Hamadeh, boasting 5 blocks and 13 rebounds, turned the tide significantly.
In the crucial moments, key free throws from Brady Read and Tucker Gongaware, along with four consecutive successful attempts by Mac Hynds, secured the victory for Deerfield. As the long weekend approaches, the team anticipates a well-deserved rest to regroup and prepare for the final stretch of the season.