PSA 105
Lincoln Academy (Ga.) 96
In a back and forth game the Putnam Science Academy Mustangs prevailed 105-96 over Lincoln Academy.
Lincoln Academy was riding a three-game winning streak with wins over St. Thomas More and 2 wins at the Zero Gravity Prep Classic.
The Mustangs were able to build a 10 point halftime lead as sophomores Demarr Langford Jr. (14 points) and Hassan Diarra (20 points) provided a spark on the offensive end.
In the second half Lincoln Academy made a run of their own and was able to tie the game and even take a brief lead, but the Mustangs responded as point guard Kyle Lofton was key as he recorded 25 points and 9 assists.
Kareem Reid has another big game as well as he recorded 17 points and 9 rebounds. He also picked up his second offer in as many days as the University of Rhode Island extended him a scholarship offer.
PSA 93
Navy Prep 101
NEWPORT, R.I. — The Mustangs suffered a setback Dec. 6 as they lost to Navy Prep in Newport by a score of 101-93. In the loss Jose Perez led the Mustangs with 31 points. The loss drops their record to 9-2.
PSA 79
Massanutten 61
BALTIMORE — The Putnam Science Academy Mustangs traveled to Baltimore to play in the Shirts and Skins Classic and Dec. 8 they faced off against the #1 team in the country Massanutten Military Academy. The Mustangs were propelled by a great second half performance to secure the win 79-61.
After a tight first half the Mustangs led by two. Point guard Kyle Lofton paced the Mustang offense as he had 10 points at the break.
In the second half the Mustangs were able to use their depth and athleticism to extend the lead. Massanutten tried to make a run as they cut the Mustang lead down to four, but the Mustangs would never relinquish the lead.
Jose Perez had a game-high 20 points along with 5 rebounds. Lofton ended up with 16 points and 6 assists. Also strong for the Mustangs was sophomore guard Hassan Diarra as he added 10 points.
PSA 81
Mount Zion Prep 66
BALTIMORE — The Mustangs were back in action at the Shirts and Skins Dec. 9 as they faced off against #5 Mount Zion Prep. The Mustangs came away victorious 81-66 behind a total team effort.
After a slow start that saw the Mustangs go offense stagnant, they trailed 31-27 at halftime.
In the second half it was an entirely different Mustang squad as they came out right away to take control of the game. Jose Perez once again was right in the middle of the run as he recorded 19 points and 6 rebounds. Akok Akok was right behind him as he scored 16 points and had 5 rebounds.
The Mustangs two victories over the weekend improved their overall record to 11-2.
Legal Notice
Town of Putnam
Zoning Commission
The Town of Putnam Zoning Commission will hold a meeting on December 20, 2017, at 7:00 P.M at the Putnam Town Hall located at 126 Church Street, Putnam, CT. A public hearing will be held on the following:
Docket # 2017-08: Robert Fournier — Request for a special permit for accessory living quarters in accordance with the Town of Putnam Zoning Regulations Section 304 Schedule of Uses & Districts, Table III-1. Property located at 533 Five Mile River Road. Town Assessor’s Map 34, Lot 26. Zoned Ag-2.
Patricia Hedenberg,
Chairman
Dec. 14, 2017
PSA 64 ~ Navy Prep 72
NEWPORT, R.I. — The Lady Mustangs dropped a tough game to Navy Prep 72-64 on Dec. 6. In the loss Fatima Lee led the Mustangs with 17 points and 5 assists. At the forward positions Abby Robinson had 6 points and 8 rebounds. While Ariana Koivisto had 13 points and 3 blocks.
PSA 40
Westridge 51
WASHINGTON, D.C.— The Lady Mustangs lost a close one Dec. 10 to national power Westridge by a score of 51-40.
Fatima Lee led the Lady Mustang offense in defeat by scoring 16 points and adding 3 steals . Ariana Koivisto also had another strong showing as she recorded 9 points and 6 rebounds. Niya Fields chipped in with 7 points and 3 steals. PSA Ladies fall to 3-4 on the season.
PSA 51
Durham Elite 40
WASHINGTON, D.C.—— The Lady Mustangs traveled down the Washington on Dec. 9 for The She’s Got Game Classic. In their first game they were able to earn a hard fought victory over Durham Elite 51-40. Ariana Koivisto led the Lady Mustangs with 18 points, 5 rebounds and 2 steals. Lefty guard Sharaya Haines added 11 points. Also Paula Barghout chipped in with 8 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists.
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Eighth grade writing tutors from Pomfret Community School recently attended the 10th Annual Conference for Secondary School Writing Centers at UConn. Attendees included: Zoe Botta, Claire Anderson. Standing: Graham Scribner, Haley Loiselle, Huck Flanagan, Sofia Murray, and Mary Archambault (faculty advisor). They brought back ideas and information that will help further develop the PCS Writing Center. The mission of the PCS Writing Center is to help students in all phases of the writing process in a safe and nurturing environment. Courtesy photo.