Tuesday, February 14, 2006
Twofer no Trouble
Melrose 68 - Haverhill 38. The Melrose Lady Raiders moved into the final week of the regular season with the task of going into the Haverhill Hillies Gym, taking on the hosts, who had lost by one in overtime to Division I power Central Catholic last week. Haverhill has a proud girls hoop tradition with four state titles in the 90s. Fortunately, for Melrose, they came prepared for a battle. Haverhill played tough, physical basketball, physical enough to land Shey Peddy, Paula Sen, and Cara Lynch on the bench at various times with temporary bumps.
Unfortunately for Haverhill, when Melrose wasn't getting bumped, they were getting hoops, and coasted to a 68-38 win. Melrose led by 13 at the half, and opened the second half with a 22-6 run to put the hosts away. Shey led Melrose with 23, followed by Paula with 13, and Lynley with 12. With the win, Melrose moved to 18-0.
Melrose 68 - Stoneham 39. Melrose has been the beneficiary of the generosity of the Stoneham High School, allowing the Lady Raiders to host their 'home' games at Stoneham. Tonight, Melrose 'hosted' Stoneham at 'Senior Night', celebrating the final home game of Sam Bell, Maura Coveney, Cara Lynch, Karen and Paula Sen, and Ana Tocco. The players gave a balloon and flower to each graduating Stoneham senior, before receiving ones from their own teammates.
In addition to celebrating the occasion, the Lady Raiders met an improving (Division III tourney qualifier) team in Stoneham, a team that had won four consecutive games, including beating Reading. However, even with Karen Sen under the weather, the Lady Raiders got out to a 34-22 lead, and pulled away early in the second half for a convincing 68-39 victory. Four Melrose starters were in double figures, led by Cara Lynch with 12. Shey Peddy, Karen Sen, and Lynley DeAmato all added 11, and Paula Sen put up 9 points in 8 second half minutes after she got into foul trouble with 2 in the first 1:20 gave her a good view.
As usual everyone got in the action, and Meg Kirwan 6 points, and Ana Tocco (5 rebounds) showed strong games in reserve.
Lady Raider Notes. Melrose thanks the fans for their generous support at the games this season, and the Boosters Club hosted a brief celebration after the game, with pizza, soft drinks, and dessert for players, parents, and fans. The parents have done a terrific job hosting team gatherings and pasta parties this season as the team grows together.
Friday night, the Lady Raiders (19-0) will travel to Wakefield to complete the regular season against the Lady Warriors. Wakefield always provides intensity and tough defense as the Lady Raiders (and Wakefield) prepare for the post-season.
Unfortunately for Haverhill, when Melrose wasn't getting bumped, they were getting hoops, and coasted to a 68-38 win. Melrose led by 13 at the half, and opened the second half with a 22-6 run to put the hosts away. Shey led Melrose with 23, followed by Paula with 13, and Lynley with 12. With the win, Melrose moved to 18-0.
Melrose 68 - Stoneham 39. Melrose has been the beneficiary of the generosity of the Stoneham High School, allowing the Lady Raiders to host their 'home' games at Stoneham. Tonight, Melrose 'hosted' Stoneham at 'Senior Night', celebrating the final home game of Sam Bell, Maura Coveney, Cara Lynch, Karen and Paula Sen, and Ana Tocco. The players gave a balloon and flower to each graduating Stoneham senior, before receiving ones from their own teammates.
In addition to celebrating the occasion, the Lady Raiders met an improving (Division III tourney qualifier) team in Stoneham, a team that had won four consecutive games, including beating Reading. However, even with Karen Sen under the weather, the Lady Raiders got out to a 34-22 lead, and pulled away early in the second half for a convincing 68-39 victory. Four Melrose starters were in double figures, led by Cara Lynch with 12. Shey Peddy, Karen Sen, and Lynley DeAmato all added 11, and Paula Sen put up 9 points in 8 second half minutes after she got into foul trouble with 2 in the first 1:20 gave her a good view.
As usual everyone got in the action, and Meg Kirwan 6 points, and Ana Tocco (5 rebounds) showed strong games in reserve.
Lady Raider Notes. Melrose thanks the fans for their generous support at the games this season, and the Boosters Club hosted a brief celebration after the game, with pizza, soft drinks, and dessert for players, parents, and fans. The parents have done a terrific job hosting team gatherings and pasta parties this season as the team grows together.
Friday night, the Lady Raiders (19-0) will travel to Wakefield to complete the regular season against the Lady Warriors. Wakefield always provides intensity and tough defense as the Lady Raiders (and Wakefield) prepare for the post-season.
// posted by Ron Sen, MD, FCCP @ 10:08 PM 
