Bridgeport’s Harding High School defeated Staples 63 – 54 Friday night in a game in which Harding’s patented pressure defense caused numerous Staples turnovers—17 in the first half.
Playing at Harding, Staples had a chance to win it as they tied the game in the fourth quarter but were unable to capitalize on several opportunities.
John Baumann had 29 points and 11 rebounds. Joe Forbes had 11 points in the losing cause.
Both teams now have identical 8-2, 5-2 (FCIAC) records. Next game is home against Westhill of Stamford on Tuesday.
