Waterville, ME – The Thomas College Men's Basketball team opened its regular season on Friday evening at Larry Mahaney Gymnasium, falling to the University of Southern Maine Huskies, 83-58. The Terriers raced out to an early lead behind strong shooting from beyond the arc, but the Huskies responded with a balanced offensive attack and pulled away in the second half.
How it Happened:
- The Terriers came out firing to begin the contest, with Jayden Desimone knocking down three early three-pointers to build an 11-2 advantage in the opening minutes.
- Southern Maine responded midway through the first half, using second-chance opportunities and points in the paint to slowly erase the deficit.
- Thomas continued to battle throughout the remainder of the half, receiving contributions from several players to keep the game within reach.
- The Huskies closed the opening period on a strong run, taking a narrow lead into halftime.
- Southern Maine carried that momentum into the second half, connecting on timely outside shots and capitalizing on offensive rebounds to push its lead into double digits.
- The Terriers fought back with key baskets in the paint and from beyond the arc, but the visitors continued to answer with scoring runs of their own.
- Thomas produced several defensive highlights throughout the second half, recording multiple steals and blocks while continuing to compete on both ends of the floor.
- Southern Maine maintained control in the closing minutes and secured the 83-58 victory at Larry Mahaney Gymnasium.
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What's Next:
- Men's Basketball will continue play on Wednesday, November 11th, traveling to take on the University of New Hampshire Wildcats in an NCAA Division I exhibition matchup. Tip-off is scheduled for 6:00 PM in Durham, New Hampshire.
