Saturday, December 21, 2013

Blue Wave Basketball Falls to Wilton

by Reed Barthold

On Wednesday, December 18, the Darien Boys Basketball team took on the Wilton Warriors at Wilton. Unfortunately for the Wave, Wilton came away with the victory with a 58-44 lead over Darien.

Despite a seemingly Wilton-controlled game, Darien was able to hang on throughout the first half and into the third quarter. At the end of the half, Darien was down 23-20 and it remained a one-possession ball game.

Senior captain Matt Staubi showed off his skills throughout the night, shocking no one. Chima Azuonwu threw down a few slams throughout the night and showed off the power a 6'11”, 300-pound man can generate. Along with the senior duo, freshman Alex Preston stepped up and showed his potential with a few solid rebounds and scores.

Darien plays again next Friday, the 27th, at home versus Staples as part of the annual LaVista Tournament.

Senior Chima Azuonwu battles for the ball during Wednesday's action

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