By Megan Palumbo – Sports Editor
In the midst of basketball season, Lasell’s athletic game staff has been working hard to broadcast games through an online live-stream video. In addition to the live coverage of games, staff members began play-by-play coverage over the video to add a more professional feel when fans are watching online.
Senior James Payne (L), junior Greg Camillone (Center) and sophomore Cameron Brennan (R) live-stream sporting events online with commentary and coverage.
Photo by Tom Horak
Brianna Robbins – 1851 Staff
Both the men and women basketball teams had standout athletes represented in the Greater Northeast Athletic Conference this season. Senior captain Brandon Ganesh and sophomore forward Clyde Niba were both placed on the GNAC Second Team All-League, while sophomore guard Richard O’Brien was named to the GNAC Sportsmanship Team.
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Photos by Tom Horak
The men’s and women’s basketball teams each lost their respective games in a Tuesday night doubleheader.
Women’s basketball started the doubleheader against the University of St. Joseph’s, as the Lasers fell to the Blue Jays, 71-59. Lasell junior Alexis Chappell had a game-high 18 points and sophomore Katie Stopera led with seven assists. Lasell falls to 9-10 overall (2-3 GNAC).
No. 9 Amherst traveled to 1844 Commonweath Ave to take on the men’s team, defeating the Lasers 95-74. Senior Brandon Ganesh had a game-high 35 points for Lasell. The Lasers fall to 10-8.
Both teams play again on Saturday, February 8.
Men’s basketball defeated Emmanuel, 82-66 on Saturday December 7. Sophomore Clyde Niba lead the Lasers with game-highs in scoring (33 points) and rebounds (14 boards).
Reginah Sanyu – 1851 staff
The men’s basketball team is sporting three new faces this season, all of whom are expected to contribute to a successful season: Senior Ryan Langell, junior Eric Thomas, and sophomore Clyde Niba. “With [Niba, Langell, and Thomas] on the team, they bring more of that competitive spirit and team oriented mind sets,” said senior captain Brandon Ganesh. More…
The women’s basketball team fell to Westfield State, 66-53 on Thursday, December 5. Junior Alexis Chappell lead the Lasers with 15 points. The Lasers dropped to 3-5 on the year.
Photos by Tom Horak
The women’s basketball team fell to Nichols College, 70-68 in double overtime on Saturday November 23 in the Athletic Center. Senior Kayla Vincelette lead the Lasers with 16 points, as junior Danielle Autencio collected 15 rebounds. Lasell falls to 2-3.
Photos by Tom Horak
The men’s basketball team dropped its latest home contest to Babson College, 72-68. Senior Brandon Genesh lead the Lasers with 16 points and four assists. Sophomore Cyde Niba finished with 13 points and a team-high nine rebounds.
