Call it a happy Tuesday for Lynn Classical High, which saw its boys and girls basketball teams become state tournament-eligible after winning their 10th games.
The girls traveled to Malden, a place coach Tom Sawyer said is “always a difficult place to play.” But his Lady Rams (10-2) clinched their spot with a 61-47 win.
Leading the way were Divine Egbuta and Jada Tejada, who both scored 16 points, as well as Evelyn Diaz, who netted 10 points off the bench.
“We really didn’t change much at halftime,” said Sawyer, whose group trailed by six points at the break. “We just executed better both offensively and defensively.”
Next up for Classical is a road game in Somerville beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Friday.
On the boys’ side, they took down Malden, 70-56, at home behind Rolky Brea Arias (18 points, 14 rebounds), Kameron Rucker (17 points, 5 assists), and Deshawn Rucker (16 points).
“That was definitely one of our goals,” said coach Marvin Avery when asked about the state tournament. “Now, we’re looking to extend our winning streak to eight games. I was very happy with our defense early on tonight.”
Avery and the Rams (10-3) are back in action Thursday with tip-off set for 6 p.m. in Medford.
GIRLS BASKETBALL
Lynn English 51
Everett 32
The Lady Bulldogs (7-6) completed a season-sweep of Everett on Tuesday, returning home with a five-game winning streak under their belts. English was led by Dayana Hios (16 points), Saniya Patton (14), and Amara Flores (11).
Lynn Tech 44
Academy of Notre Dame 24
No home court, no problem for Tech (8-3), which took down the Academy of Notre Dame by 20 points. Allison Morales did lots of the damage with 16 points, nine rebounds, three steals, and three assists. Also joining the party were Amy Huynh (14 points, 4 steals, 3 rebounds, 2 assists) and Engelyz Bingham (6 points, 6 rebounds), while Jaylianniez Beauchamp and Mahlyna Williams “led the defensive effort,” according to coach Kaitlyn Wechsler.
Masconomet 59
Swampscott 34
Despite having a short-handed group on Tuesday, the Big Blue (5-5) fought hard against host Masconomet. Anna Kanders (17 points), Cecilia Tripp (9), and Sam Ward (8) led the offense.
Marblehead 36
Winthrop 30
This one was tight throughout (Marblehead led, 17-13, at halftime) between the host Magicians and Winthrop. Tess Andriano (8 rebounds) continued to lead Marblehead offensively with 14 points. Liz Goldwater, Ramona Gillett, and Maddie Forbes all scored four points, while Lucy McDonald, Hailey Schmitt, and Samara Dosch “all played well in the win,” according to coach Paul Moran.
Peabody 63
Salem 13
Every Peabody player scored in the Tanners’ (5-4) convincing home win against Salem. Leading the effort were Maia Davis (13 points) and Avery Bettencourt (8 points, 5 rebounds). Also playing well for Peabody were Olivia Gaynor, Ayla Ryan, Taylor King, Olivia Ball, and Gabby Gosselin.
BOYS BASKETBALL
Everett 75
Lynn English 68
Even with a 20-point performance from Andrew Karoma, the Bulldogs fell to 6-6 after Tuesday’s narrow home loss.
Lynn Tech 42
Greater Lawrence 38
The Tigers (4-7) were on a mission at home, taking down Greater Lawrence behind Giovanni Jean’s 19 points and five rebounds. Also contributing were Travis Sanchez (16 points, 3 assists) and Brandon Antwine (7 points, 7 rebounds, 3 steals). Tech has won three of its last four games behind coach Corey Bingham.
Masconomet 65
Swampscott 48
Swampscott dropped a home game against Masconomet despite a 26-point showing from Connor Chiarello. The Big Blue (7-4) also received help from Teddy O’Neill (11 points).
Beverly 73
Saugus 43
Saugus’ Ryan Shea (19 points), Huey Josama (10), Cam Victor (6), and company had their moments, but Beverly took control of the game and won convincingly. The Sachems dropped to 4-8 before Friday’s game in Gloucester.
Salem 57
Peabody 37
Despite a nine-point performance from Jariel Tolentino and seven rebounds from Jimmy Festa, the visiting Tanners dipped to 7-5 after falling to Salem.
Boston College High 65
St. John’s Prep 58
Michael Miller (21 points) was lights out from downtown with five 3-pointers, but it wasn’t enough for The Prep, which also received double-digit scoring performances from Dawagner De Los Santo (10) and Marcus Magloire (10).
SWIMMING AND DIVING
Boston Latin Academy 91
St. Mary’s 71
St. Mary’s was in enemy waters and despite the loss, returned home with several strong performances. Isabella Morillo (1st in 200 freestyle and 100 butterfly) led the Spartans, followed by second- and third-place finishes from Luka Kukolj, Izzy Amodeo, Travis Smith, Gabby Merchant, and Shelia Pimental.
