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Going Up
Putnam Science Academy freshman Star Tyree Robinson goes up for his his powerful dunk in the first half against Leadership Prep. Courtesy photo.
By Joe West
PUTNAM- After a tough loss to the Robinson school the Mustangs of Putnam Science Academy found just what they needed Dec. 27 — an easy win.
The Mustangs (6-2) overpowered St. Thomas More 83-53, putting four players in double figures. Senior guard Anthony Henry led the Mustangs with 26 points and 7 assists and Senior Desmond Williams added 21 points and 8 rebounds as the team dominated the backboards the entire game.
“Our guys responded well today, I’m happy we came out strong and took care of business,” said PSA coach Tom Espinosa. “We did a great job taking care of the basketball, and we moved and shared it the best we’ve done all season. Our team is getting better everyday and that’s our number one goal.”
Freshman star Tyree Robinson had 18 points, 11 rebounds and 3 steals. Big 6-foot, 9-inch senior center Wilson Arob had 10 points and 4 blocks for PSA.
Mustangs Win Dec. 28
There wasn’t much suspense Dec. 28 on the Campus of Putnam Science Academy as the Mustangs beat visiting Leadership Prep. The Mustangs had little trouble disposing of Rebels, winning the contest 76-47.
The Mustangs played a smothering defense in the first 8 minutes of the game taking a commanding 19-2 lead. The Mustangs shot a respectable 41.7 percent from the field and headed into the break, 42-32.
In the second half it was all PSA, as they shot lights out and the Rebels had no answer. Senior Desmond Williams led the Mustangs with 29 points and 14 rebounds. Anthony Henry added 17 points and Zaquan Nelson chipped in with 12 points and 6 assists.
Freshman Tyree Robinson continues to keep getting better every game as he finished with 13 points, 16 rebounds and 7 blocks.
It was a nice way to start the first half of the season for PSA at 7-2. The Mustangs now head into break and will continue action when they return on Jan. 12 at home against the Hyde School.