SPLASHING SUCCESS: Lynn Co-op Swimming and Diving Team Makes a Splash!

The Lynn co-op swimming and diving squad (English-Classical) showcased their talents at Revere’s Garfield Elementary School on Tuesday, achieving a win of 86-66 over the Patriots.

“A plethora of excellent performances tonight,” stated Lynn coach Denise Silva.

Leading the charge in the 200 medley relay were Kaydee Rouse, Amanda Hughes, David Gamero, and Solomon Srey. Lynn also captured the first and third positions in the 200 freestyle with Kelsey Sinapius taking the lead and Cate Bushway finishing in third.

Silva remarked that the 200 individual medley was a “stunning race,” where Rouse and Hughes finished first and second, respectively. Darvon Kuffour took first place in the 50 freestyle, while Hurley Thelisma claimed second in the 100 fly.

The 100 freestyle saw Lynn sweep the podium with Rouse (1st), Jason Silva (2nd), and Srey (3rd). Sinapius triumphed in the 500 freestyle, followed by Bushway in second.

The 200 freestyle relay comprised of Rouse, Gamero, Mohamed Shehata, and Gerandry Gonzalez finished in first, while the 100 breaststroke resulted in a first and third finish with Hughes leading and Madisen McHale finishing third.

Srey, Jason Silva, Gamero, and Hughes clinched the 400 freestyle relay.

“After the match, the officials praised our entire team for its sportsmanship and team spirit,” Denise Silva shared. “It’s wonderful to receive such feedback about our whole team.”

SWIMMING AND DIVING

Bishop Fenwick 72
St. Mary’s 71

Fenwick traveled to the Demakes Family YMCA in Lynn and narrowly secured a victory against St. Mary’s. The Crusaders recorded eight first-place finishes across 11 events.

Victors included Hannah Ryan (200 freestyle, 100 breaststroke), Caroline Blatchford (200 individual medley, 100 backstroke), Riley Morin (100 butterfly), Audrey Frick (500 freestyle), the 200 medley relay team of Morin, Ryan, Blatchford, and Frick, along with the 400 free relay team of Courtney McKenzie, Morin, Ryan, and Blatchford.

BOYS BASKETBALL

KIPP 81
Lowell Catholic 54

KIPP (6-2) maintained its robust start to the winter season with a commanding victory over Lowell Catholic at home. The Panthers, having won three consecutive games, were spearheaded by Caleb Foster (21 points), Trosky Peña (19), and Vicce Howard (18).

Lynnfield 58
Essex Tech 29

Fueled by Alex Fleming (16 points, 10 rebounds), Justin Flores (11 points, 6 steals), and Zach Pincus (10 points), the Pioneers (4-0) remained undefeated following a road triumph.

Greater Lowell 75
Lynn Tech 66

Tech battled until the conclusion, but it fell short on opponent territory. The Tigers’ record fell to 1-7 and 0-4 within the Commonwealth Athletic Conference.

GIRLS BASKETBALL

Swampscott 57
Lynn Tech 31

Tuesday’s non-league clash saw Swampscott’s girls basketball squad (4-3) gain the advantage over the home team Lynn Tech (4-3).

A commanding second half was the difference. The Big Blue held a five-point lead at halftime, eventually winning by 26 points. Freshman Anna Kanders – who is adapting remarkably well at the high-school level – scored 30 points alongside seven rebounds. Sophomore Cecilia Tripp (10 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists) contributed significantly on both sides, while junior Sam Ward notched five assists and six rebounds.

Engelyz Bingham led the Tigers with 15 points.

Swampscott will host Marblehead at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, while Tech visits Northeast Metro at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.

Lynn Classical 48
Medford 42

The Lady Rams (5-2) faced challenges in a close road contest, but ultimately prevailed by six points. Divine Egbuta (16 points) and Nevaeh Eth (10) were the primary offensive contributors.

“We were trailing by two at halftime, led by four after three, and ended up winning by six,” remarked Classical coach Tom Sawyer. “We conceded 16 points in the first quarter and made some defensive adjustments that proved beneficial, allowing only 26 points afterwards. The kids executed very well.”

St. Mary’s 55
Bridgewater-Raynham 48

In a clash between two of the MIAA’s top teams, St. Mary’s (8-1) continued its winning streak with a victory on the road. Reese Matela was the standout with 15 points, followed closely by Bella Owumi (10 points, 13 rebounds) and Lily Norton (6 points, 7 assists).

Malden Catholic 46
Bishop Fenwick 41

The Lady Crusaders (4-2) remained competitive throughout but experienced a narrow loss at home. They will face the formidable Bishop Feehan on Thursday.

TRACK AND FIELD

St. Mary’s boys triumphed over Cardinal Spellman, 57-34, at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center, keeping their undefeated status. Noteworthy performances included Justin Jennings (6.69, 55m), Nicholas Fusco (11:41.26, 2-mile), and the pair of Michael Sherman and Dylan Njika, who both cleared 5-4 in high jump. However, on the girls’ side, they lost to Arlington Catholic, 51-40, and to Spellman, 52-39. Key contributors were Lea Deronja (46.69, 300m), Kelsey Kwiatek (5:28.59, mile), Harmony Hope (24, shot put), and Cameryn Dunn (1:51.09, 600m).