Garden City Boys Basketball Defeats Roslyn 67-59 in Highly Anticipated Matchup

In a thrilling, hard-fought game in front of a packed gymnasium, the Garden City Boys Basketball team, ranked #3, emerged victorious over #6 Roslyn, winning 67-59. The highly anticipated matchup showcased both teams at their best, with the Trojans delivering a dominant defensive performance and efficient offensive execution.

The Garden City defense was the key to the win, as they minimized Roslyn’s opportunities to score and successfully negated their outside shooters. The Trojans were relentless in their defensive pressure, forcing turnovers and disrupting Roslyn’s offensive rhythm throughout the game.

On offense, the Trojans were led by Ryan Campbell, who scored a team-high 18 points and was a dominant force in the paint. Ryan Kenny, coming off the bench, had a breakout performance, contributing a career-high 17 points, providing a crucial spark for the Trojans in the second half.

Running the offense with poise, Noah Lau dished out double-digit assists and scored 10 points, facilitating the team’s offensive flow and ensuring the ball movement was on point. In addition, Chris Sarkis contributed 8 points, including a clutch three-pointer in the second half that helped swing the momentum in Garden City’s favor and gave them a significant boost in the final stretch.

With the win, Garden City advanced in the playoffs and solidified their place as one of the top teams in the region. The Trojans’ teamwork, discipline, and execution were on full display, and they’ll look to build on this momentum as they continue their postseason run. After the game, Coach Hegmann said, “Every member of this team contributed to today’s result. They practice hard and push each other in preparation. This win is a direct result of everyone accepting their role and working together. I couldn’t be more proud of each player today.”

The gym was electric with energy as the Garden City community rallied behind their team. The Trojans now look forward to their next challenge with confidence, knowing they have the skill and determination to go all the way. With the victory, the team advances to the semifinals, where they will face #2 Elmont on March 4, 2025, at Farmingdale State College at 8:00 PM.

Go Trojans!