The Barrington Metro West Boys 6th grade team defeated a big, tough Bridgewater team 47-38 in its season opener at Barrington Middle School on Sunday, December 8th. The Barrington squad started off hot with 20 points in the first quarter, and led 31-18 at the half. The team then took the opportunity to spread its offensive attack, with every player scoring in the win. Bridgewater turned up the energy in the second half, fighting back with some great drives and pounded the ball inside.
Center Matt Peecher and Guard Will Rywolt led Barrington with nine points each, with Rywolt also tallying six assists. Guard/Forward Ryan Bonneau had a typically strong game, with seven points and six steals. Guard/Forward Brendan Conaty was clutch from the floor, adding seven points and several key rebounds. Forward Jon Adamson asserted himself in the paint, keeping the much larger Bridgewater big men in check while contributing six points and a bunch of rebounds. Forward Andrew Monti was also solid underneath with five points and some timely boards. Defensive stoppers Sam Tanous and Owen Thurston disrupted the Bridgewater guards all game long, forcing frequent turnovers and added two points each.