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Brycen Martin Hits 1,000 as Scranton Prep Rolls Past Abington Heights, 56-27
By: Justin Bradley | Sportzwire | February 7, 2025 | Photo courtesy Justin Focus Photography
Clarks Summit, PA -- Scranton Prep's Cavaliers secured a dominant 56-27 win over the Abington Heights Comets in a critical Lackawanna League Division 1 matchup. The Cavaliers showcased their offensive firepower, led by Brycen Martin, who poured in 12 points, including two key three-pointers. Martin's standout moment came in the third quarter when he nailed a three-point shot to reach the 1,000-point milestone in his career, sending the Prep crowd into a frenzy.
Packy Doherty led all scorers with 18 points, connecting on an impressive four three-pointers to complement the Cavaliers' sharpshooting efforts. Scranton Prep hit seven three-pointers as a team, showcasing their perimeter strength. Ambrose Rossi added 11 points to further solidify the Cavaliers' balanced attack.
For Abington Heights, Robby Lucas led the way with 14 points, including a strong showing at the free-throw line, where the Comets managed to make 6 of their 10 attempts. Despite Lucas's efforts, the team struggled offensively, managing just three three-pointers throughout the game.
Before the tip-off, Abington Heights honored two coaching legends—former Head Coach Ken Bianchi and Assistant Coach Jeff McLane. The duo was recognized for their outstanding contributions to Comets basketball, earning widespread respect for their leadership and success.
