This game is a part of the "2023 MPA Boys' Basketball Championships - Class A" tournament. Skowhegan's Kyle LePage, left and teammate Payson Washburn battle for the loose ball with Brewer defender Ryder Goodwin during a Kennebec Valley Athletic Conference Class A game Thursday night in Skowhegan. Top teams meet for A North title Friday at Augusta Civic Center. When you've submitted your account email, we will send an email with a reset code. To be able to get it done, its nice when a lot of hard work pays off.. Four Skowhegan players scored 10 or more points against the Eagles. It wasnt a tournament game. Oh, and lets add to the mix a healthy dose of edginess. Skowhegans Kyle LePage (32) and Adam Savage (34) defend Brewers Brady Saunders (13) in the first half of a boys basketball game Friday in Skowhegan. Skowhegan - #2 Brayden Saucier makes a 2pt Field Goal. You will receive an email to complete the registration. Brewer fell behind 8-6 midway through the first quarter and never took back the lead. They took the shots they wanted. Our coach has always taught us basic fundamentals on defense and weve stuck to it. Theyre a good team, and they took advantage.. [object Event] By WABI News Desk and Ben Barr Published: Feb. 16, 2022 at 8:47 PM PST | Updated: Feb. 28, 2022 at 4:26 PM PST (WABI) - Tournament brackets: https://www.mpa.cc/page/3360 State. Brewer will confront a Eagles team coming off a 59-40 league loss to Mt. The key was just boxing out and being physical, Flagg said. Yeah, this one was nuts. Kyle LePage led Skowhegan with 10 points. Brewer will travel to Bangor on Thursday to finish the regular season. The Witches advanced to Fridays regional final against either No. Boys basketball: Brewer dominates Skowhegan in anticipated season opener, Boys basketball: Cony cruises past rival Gardiner in season opener. Well, a statement was made but it was the exact opposite of the one the Skowhegan River Hawks had hoped to make to begin the 2022-23 campaign. Skowhegan boys basketball coach Tom Nadeau reacts during a Class A North semifinal game against Brewer on Wednesday at the Augusta Civic Center. We couldnt handle the ball, we couldnt pass the ball, we couldnt make shots, and we couldnt get stops. Messalonskee center Merrick Smith, left, defends Skowhegan senior forward Adam during a Class A North semifinal Wednesday at the Augusta Civic Center. With 2:38 to play, Brewer point guard Evan Nadeau hit two free throws. Skowhegan (10-6) took a 28-17 lead into halftime on the back of Adam Fitzgerald who nailed four 3-pointers for the Riverhawks over the first two quarters. They play next when they travel to Skowhegan for a Class A - North test on Friday, October 7. The Rams enter the match with a 9-8 record after their 66-50 league win over Camden Hills (Rockport, ME). Weve got about five people around 6-5. By Travis Barrett Kennebec Journal Share AUGUSTA . Brock Flagg shot 5-of-6 from the free throw line in the second quarter to keep the Witches in the game, but Skowhegan was able to slow Flagg and Saunders early on to the tune of nine combined points. The Riverhawks amassed an early lead and held onto it for the entirety of the second half. I feel like one of the LePages had 30 points. The River Hawks big man inside, Adam Savage, was barely a factor. 3 Skowhegan (14-6). Brewer coach Ben Goodwin said he didnt know who the violation was called on. The Brewer Witches basketball team scored 58 points and held the visiting Skowhegan River Hawks to 30 in the Witches non-league triumph on Wednesday. Evan Nadeau then bookended a pair of Kyle LePage free throws with an and-one and a triple to put Brewer up 21-8 through one quarter of play. It looks like you do not have any active subscriptions. Blue in A North quarterfinals, A North boys basketball: Brewer shines in all facets in win over Lawrence, A North boys basketball: Skowhegan routs Mt. The twins added to the motivation that Brewer had heading into Fridays final. AUGUSTA The Brewer and Skowhegan boys basketball teams have gone down different paths this season. On Brewers next possession, Saunders sank a three from the top of the arc to make it a one-point game with two minutes to play. The energy this team plays with is outstanding and contagious, Brewer coach Ben Goodwin said. Brewer broke a 12-year old Class A North tournament record against the Rams by making 14 3-pointers. The Skowhegan (ME) varsity basketball team lost Friday's away conference game against Brewer (ME) by a score of 55-49. 2005-2023 CBS Interactive. Please wait for the page to reload. Full Schedule Sat, 2/18 @ Lawrence W 68-44 Wed, 2/22 @ Messalonskee W 54-34 Fri, 2/24 @ Brewer L 70-33 Rankings Full Rankings Maine #6 Maine Division A #3 Bangor #4 Last Updated: Mar 31, 2022 Team Leaders Saunders got a 3-point look in the left corner and missed but he was fouled and went to the line with a chance to tie the game at 49 a piece. Brewer trailed 39-31 heading into the fourth. Comments are not available on this story. The No. Blue (Farmington, ME). Learn more. Moving the ball a little bit, getting our open shots and playing hard-nose defense. SKOWHEGAN A season-opening matchup between the teams ranked No. Learn more. The Brewer Boys Basketball Team rallied to beat the Skowhegan River Hawks on the opening night of the 2021-22 Basketball Season 55-49 in Brewer on Friday, December 10th. The River Hawks werent. Saunders later hit back-to-back 3 pointers, one from the top of the key and one from the right wing, that pulled the Witches within 33-25 right before Flagg stole the ball from Skowhegan and was fouled. Thats obviously a strength. In the preseason coachs poll, Skowhegan boys basketball was picked to finish first in Class A North with seven first-place votes. (Theres been) a lot of talk about Brewer and Nokomis, said Collin LePage, who scored 28 points. The Witches fell 68-58 to a Cooper Flagg-led Nokomis team in the A North final last season. We kind of knew we had it if we play our game.. Defensively, were a defensive minded program. 1 and No. After Skowhegan responded to three Brewer points to begin the game with a 5-0 spurt, the Witches (1-0) answered as Brady Saunders made back-to-back 3-pointers and a layup to put the visitors up eight. Please note the display name will appear on screen when you participate. Enter your email and password to access comments. This profile is in addition to your subscription and website login. The Brewer (ME) varsity basketball team lost Thursday's away conference game against Skowhegan (ME) in overtime by a score of 60-57. You can share 5 more gift articles this month. 1 Nokomis or No. Maine news, sports, politics, election results, and obituaries. The Brewer (ME) varsity basketball team lost Friday's home conference game against Skowhegan (ME) by a score of 49-48. I think the kids came in relaxed and ready to play. Sidelines: Skowhegan boys basketball edges Brewer with a stunning finish to an instant classic, Basketball notebook: Mt. But both will collide for the same goal on Friday night. Another last-second shot to seemingly force a second overtime? Im not sure. The star senior made the first two shots but missed the third and Skowhegan escaped Brewer with a 49-48 victory. Two good teams, really going at it.. It looks like you do not have any active subscriptions. Intense, Skowhegan coach Tom Nadeau said with a laugh afterward. It doesnt matter who scores or does what, theyre a great family and proud to be part of such a great group.. Varsity Maine A North quarterfinal: #8-Brewer vs. #1-Skowhegan. Although LePage and Savage had some presence in the paint for Skowhegan with their combined 13 rebounds, Brewer didnt let the River Hawks dominate in the post. Bogaerts singled to right, Duran scored, Vzquez to third. The Minnesota Twins placed designated hitter Byron Buxton on the paternity list prior to Monday's home contest against the Seattle Mariners. Its Brewers first regional title since 1988. Comments are not available on this story. With a Press Herald subscription, you can gift 5 articles each month. We know its going to be a battle, weve got to come ready to play.. The Witches now possess a 1-0 record. Brewer has been nearly perfect all season. They did, but they took a wild and wacky path to get there. This game is a part of the "2022 MPA Girls' Basketball Championships - Class A" tournament. I love him, Flagg said of Saunders. All Sports Baseball Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Boys Cross Country Girls Cross Country Field Hockey Football Boys Golf. Theyre going to come out ready to play. It was a very physical game and we didnt adjust well.. The River Hawks (0-1) will now prepare for their battle against Mt. See all the latest scores & stats from your favorite teams! Every win is a big win, Skowhegan coach Tom Nadeau said. The Skowhegan River Hawks basketball team (Skowhegan, ME), was overwhelmed 60-37 in Friday's league battle with the visiting Brewer Witches (Brewer, ME). In Skowhegan, they got anything they wanted in the paint. Brewer-Skowhegan Boy's Basketball December 10, 2021 Photo Mark Paulette. Simply sign in or create your free MaxPreps account to unlock this page - it only takes a minute to join. Sporting fresh scrapes on his arm and knee, LePage hit both free throws. To get one, go to the subscriptions page. Copyright: ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Two teams. AUGUSTA The Brewer and Skowhegan boys basketball teams have gone down different paths this season. Brewer vs Skowhegan Game Highlights - Dec. 9, 2022, Brewer vs Falmouth Game Highlights - March 3, 2023. Create one. Renfroe homered to left (384 feet), McCutchen scored. Nadeau, a senior guard, nailed five 3-pointers against Cony. Martinez hit sacrifice fly to right, Vzquez scored. Who knows, there could be a sequel in a few weeks. They put it on the line next when they travel to Nokomis for a non-league contest on Friday, February 25. Its just a tough call at this point in the game. I think they did a good job and made some shots, Goodwin said. 2nd-half surge propels Calais boys past Fort Fairfield into C North final, UMaine mens hockey extends unbeaten streak to 6 games with win over Boston College, breaking the most 3-pointers in Class A tournament history, Full coverage of the 2023 Maine high school basketball tournament, 2023 Class A North boys basketball bracket, Family and friends recall missing Down East lobsterman's love of fishing, Brunswick volunteer trying to save Cold War-era military plane amid development, Presidential yacht is looking for a safer Maine harbor during restoration, Tractor-trailer hauling Walmart cans overturns in Lewiston, Aroostook town in decline for 2 decades is revitalizing itself, Brooklin standoff ends in death by suicide, No signs of missing Down East lobsterman found as search wraps up 4th day, Proudly powered by Newspack by Automattic. The Witches now hold a 7-2 record. To get one, go to the subscriptions page. All rights reserved. A game after breaking the most 3-pointers in Class A tournament history, Brewers Brady Saunders drilled a triple to get things started for the Witches on Friday night and never looked back. In the third, Savage scored two free throws and in the fourth scored a layup and got the rebound and threw the ball off the head of Brewers Cayen Philbrick. I kept telling the boys to just hold on and do little things and focus.. They had a game plan and executed that. Simply sign in or create your free MaxPreps account to unlock this page
I couldnt get any sleep and I just stayed up so late, Saunders said. Brewer - #1 Evan Nadeau makes a Free Throw. You name it, we didnt do it. With the defeat, Brewer moves to 16-1 on the year. Simply sign in or create your free MaxPreps account to unlock this page - it only takes a minute to join. From clutch plays to wild and crazy twists and turns, the River Hawks and Witches played an incredible game Thursday night. Hughes lift helped the Witches to a 32-13 halftime lead. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. MaxPreps is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Hi, to comment on stories you must create a commenting profile. Zack Short puts the Tigers up 5-1 with this two-run shot to left. We wanted to change that tonight., We havent been talked about. I think it was a great high school game. We will enjoy this tonight and then lock in.. The Witches established a double-digit lead in the first quarter and. Its just another shot to me.. Brewer scored 17 of the first 21 points after halftime, and things were quickly out of hand. In the final seconds, Brady Saunders went to the line for Brewer trailing 49-46 to shoot three free throws. Our ability to (beat) double-teams in the post, try to kick it out and move (the ball) around, thats one of our strengths. The Warriors went on to win the state title while Brewer has been a favorite to return to the regional final this season. MaxPreps is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Saunders scored a game-high 20 points to lead No. 60 River Hawks 37 The Skowhegan (ME) varsity basketball team lost Friday's home conference game against Brewer (ME) by a score of 60-37. Here are the stats . The Witches (19-1) will meet the River Hawks. Its awesome. We didnt expect the (blowout), but we expected to play well.. All rights reserved. It feels amazing but weve got one more. Brewer, who was the A North runner-up a year ago, was picked to finish second to the Riverhawks. It wasnt enough to keep up with the pace Brewer wanted to push at both ends of the floor. Brewer Maine game on Feb 24, 2023. . View pregame, live and post-game details from the Skowhegan vs. Simply sign in or create your free MaxPreps account to unlock this page - it only takes a minute to join. Unfortunately for Skowhegan, that momentum would be short-lived as Brewer closed out the third quarter on an 11-2 run. Flagg hit both free throws, he shot a perfect 4-for-4 in the third, and Brewer got within 33-27 with 2:25 left in the third. I would have bet my house that Saunders was going to make all three foul shots, Nadeau said. Newcombs free throw hit nothing but twine, but then came the strangest twist of the night. Skowhegan never trailed after the third quarter, but just couldnt finish off the Witches. Guard Patrick McKenney and forward Kyle LePage each led the River Hawks with 12 points, while forwards Collin LePage and Adam Savage each added 11 points. Skowhegan turned the ball over 21 times, including five times in a span of six possessions while Brewer was running away to open the second half. Skowhegan bounced right back in overtime and took a 58-54 lead on two Patrick McKenney free throws with 14.9 seconds left only to see Brewer pull its Lazarus effect again when Aaron Newcomb (15 points) got the ball at the top of the arc and hit a three while being fouled with 2.7 seconds left. Brewer dominated Skowhegan from start to finish Friday evening to notch a 60-37 victory at Skowhegan Area High School. Brewer, who was the A North runner-up a year ago, was picked to finish second to the Riverhawks. 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Recap Box Score Scoretracker Videos Matchup Game Stats The Witches penetrated the lane and drew shooting fouls routinely in the first half and nearly matched the home team on the boards thanks to Goodwins solid rebounding. Officials whistled Brewer for a lane violation, negating the point and giving the River Hawks the ball back as Skowhegan fans roared their approval. Use the form below to reset your password. I said, Man, Ive got to get this team rolling, we have to attack, attack, attack. That first three, I made it and we were really hyped up and it set the tone for the rest of the game.. We noticed it's halftime, please enjoy this video while you wait for the action to resume. With a Press Herald subscription, you can gift 5 articles each month. Its all been Brewer and Nokomis talk, added senior Levi Obert, who scored 10 points and hit a massive 3-pointer at the start of overtime. To get one, go to the subscriptions page. Skowhegan has not entered stats for this game. There have been games where we were outrebounded by teams that are smaller than us so thats something that weve had to emphasize the last two weeks. Michael G. Seamans/Morning Sentinel, Weve got some of the best size in the state, Savage said. Follow MLB results with FREE box scores, pitch-by-pitch strikezone info, and Statcast data for Brewers vs. With a Press Herald subscription, you can gift 5 articles each month. It says so on its warmup t-shirts, adorned with the slogan We above me. The River Hawks have an unselfish attitude in terms of offense, and it showed on Wednesday night in their 54-34 semifinal win over Messalonskee. I was thinking about the first couple of plays over and over in my head. The Brewer (ME) varsity basketball team won Wednesday's neutral playoff game against Skowhegan (ME) by a score of 58-30. They also won a regional crown in 1960. 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The game was nothing like the two regular season meetings between the two teams, contests settled by a combined nine points including Skowhegans 60-57 win at home in the penultimate game of the season. All Sports Baseball Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Beach Volleyball Boys Cross Country Girls Cross Country Field Hockey Flag Football. Savage was not practicing as recently as last week, and Quintcey McCray and Collin LePage, Kyles brother, played only sparingly in the loss. The Warriors record now stands at 23-1. I think it was kind of a motivation but at the beginning of the season they were picked ahead of us in the coaches poll so I think that was more motivation for us, Saunders said. They beat us at our place towards the end of the season. Saunders missed the final free throw and while there was contact on the rebound attempt, there was no foul call and Skowhegan was able to hand the Witches their first loss of the season. All rights reserved. I think we kind of learned our lesson last time. Final score provided by J. Raizes. 3 Skowhegan (14-7) in the River Hawks 49-48 victory over Brewer on Feb. 3, the senior was held to just two first-half points. 2 in the Class A North boys basketball preseason poll was the perfect chance to make a statement. 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