Leominster, MA — On January 16, 2025, Wachusett’s varsity basketball team suffered a 59-48 defeat at the hands of Leominster. The game began with both teams trading baskets, but Leominster gained the upper hand early, finishing the first quarter with a 16-13 lead. Wachusett struggled to catch up in the second quarter, as Leominster increased their lead to 31-20 by halftime. Despite a strong third-quarter push by Wachusett, who managed 17 points, Leominster continued to extend their lead with 15 points of their own, holding a 46-37 advantage going into the final period. In the fourth quarter, Leominster kept control, outscoring Wachusett 13-9 to finish the game with a 59-48 victory. Team Stats Breakdown Wachusett shot 38.0% from the field in the game, which was not enough to overcome Leominster’s shooting efficiency of 51.1%. Wachusett struggled with three-point shooting, making only 2 of 15 attempts (13.3%), while Leominster hit 5 of 15 (33.3%). The team had a solid performance at the free throw line, making 8 of 11 attempts (72.7%), but could not generate enough offense from the field to keep up with Leominster’s consistent scoring. In terms of rebounds, Wachusett grabbed 16 defensive boards but was out-rebounded by Leominster, who secured 22 defensive rebounds. While Wachusett had 8 offensive rebounds, they were unable to capitalize on second-chance opportunities, scoring just 5 second-chance points compared to Leominster’s 11. Key Players and Stat Lines William Njoroge was a key contributor, scoring 8 points on 4-6 shooting from the field, and also added 2 rebounds in 22 minutes of play. Hunter Berry led the team with 10 points and added 1 assist, though he struggled from the field, shooting 5-17. Seann Katubi had another strong outing, finishing with 18 points, including 6-7 from the free-throw line, and contributed 4 assists and 3 steals. Leominster's Frido Carrillo was a standout performer, scoring 14 points and grabbing 8 rebounds, while Jack Dadah contributed 10 points and 4 rebounds. Jayden Johnson also played a key role with 15 points and 5 rebounds. Wachusett’s shooting struggles and inability to stop Leominster’s offense ultimately led to the defeat. The team will look to address their shooting inconsistencies and focus on improving their defensive game as they prepare for their next game.