HARTFORD- A slow start allowed Hartford to maintain a double digit lead throughout the contest, as the 4-1 Hurricanes were able to defeat the Terriers on Tuesday night 67-43.
“Our guys showed a lot of resolve last night,” said Assistant Coach, Josh Hanson. “Its that sense of pride and passion that is going to drive this team. The rest will come as we continue to improve every day.”
Hartford raced out to an 8-1 lead in the first four minutes and took a 13 point lead into the first break. After extending the lead to as many as 23 in the second, the Terriers fought back closing the contest to 15 to end the half.
Colby Dearborn scored 10 points in the frame to keep BF within striking distance.
The Terriers had several chances to narrow the lead to single digits in the third, but missed layups kept them from crossing that threshold.
The Terriers out rebounded the Hurricanes at a 2-1 ratio in the second half, led by Center, Pete Kamel’s 12 boards, including 5 offensive grabs.
Dearborn lead all BF (1-3) scorers with 12 points. Kamel added 4 points and 14 rebounds, while Jamison Nystrom pitched in with 9 points and 6 assists.
The Terriers will get their long awaited home opener on Thursday when Arlington comes to Westminster. JV tips at 5:30pm, Varsity follows at 7pm.
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