Check out the results for SOL boys’ basketball teams in action Saturday.
NESHAMINY 65, WILLIAM TENNENT 46
Chris Arcidiacono was all but unstoppable, exploding for 30 points that included three 3-pointers and an 11-for-14 effort at the foul line. The junior standout had nine points in a 23-point first quarter for the Redskins, but it was Anthony Papeo who had the hot hand – burying a pair of three-pointers and leading the Redskins with 10 points in the frame.
Neshaminy – sparked by Arcidiacono’s nine points – added to its lead in the second quarter and took a 41- 22 lead into halftime on the way to its third win of a big week.
Papeo finished with 12 points, Zach Tredway added seven, and Anthony Verrecchio contributed six points and eight rebounds.
For the Panthers, Pat McCauley led the way with 12 points on four 3-pointers. Joe Shannon and Ryan Savage both had eight points. Jorge Soto contributed seven points while David Gassanova had six.
Neshaminy (9-11, 4-8 SOL) will travel to Perkiomen Valley for a non-league game on Monday. William Tennent (5-15, 1-10) has one conference game remaining.
Neshaminy 23-18-14-10 65
William Tennent 12-10-15-9 46
Neshaminy (65) – Pat Campbell 1 0-0 3; Zach Tredway 2 3-4 7; Corey McGarry 1 0-0 2; Chris Arcidiacono 8 11-14 30 Anthony Papeo 5 0-1 12; Anthony Verrecchio 3 0-0 6; Andrew Note 1 0-0 3; Williamson 1 0-0 2; Totals 22 14-19 65.
William Tennent (46) – Joe Shannon 4 0-0 8; Pat McCauley 4 0-0 12; Markeith Baxter 2 0-0 5; Jorge Soto 3 1-4 7; Ryan Savage 3 2-2 8; David Gassanova 2 1-2 6; Totals 18 4-9 46.
BENSALEM 51, AVON GROVE 38
The Owls outscored the visiting Red Devils in all four quarters on their way to the convincing non-league win. They led 16-13 after one quarter and took a 27-19 lead into halftime. They won the second half 24-19.
Richard Dean had another big performance, leading all scorers with 18 points. Brian Quarterman added nine points, and Ward Roberts had seven.
Bensalem (9-12, 3-8 SOL) will travel to Pennsbury on Tuesday for its regular season finale.
Avon Grove 13-6-7-12 38
Bensalem 16-11-11-13 51
Avon Grove (38) – Whiteside 5 0-4 12; Brandon McCullough 4 2-3 12; Kevin Will 1 3-4 5; Carl Forst 1 2-5 4; Joe Boacky 0 2-4 2; Alfred Russo 1 0-2 2; Dez Murphy 0 1-3 1; Totals 12 10-25 38.
Bensalem (51) – Taco Douglas 1 2-4 4; Ward Roberts 3 0-0 7 Richard Dean 7 3-4 18; Isaiah Murray 1 0-0 2; Dylan Haslett 2 0-0 5; Brian Quarterman 2 4-4 9; Nadir Smith 1 0-0 2 Kris Shields 1 2-4 4; Totals 18 11-18 51.
SPRINGFIELD 69, AIM ACADEMY 32
The Spartans picked up a non-league win over AIM Academy. Three players finished in double figures, led by Ryan Daley's 18 points and Quentin Johnson's 16. Mike Goodson added 10 points while Jordan Pauls had seven. Max Perry and Ben Rittenhouse both contributed six points.
Springfield (0-14 SOL) closed out its regular season with a 3-18 record.
Springfield (69) – Ryan Daley 16, Quentin Johnson 16, Mike Goodson 10, Jordan Pauls 7, Max Perry 6, Ben Rittenhouse 6, Wilson Krewson 2, Sullivan Shackleford 2.
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