Carbondale Edges Susquehanna in Nail-Biter: Becchetti and Roman Shine in 46-45 Victory
By: Brad Loff | Sportzwire | January 13, 2025
In an intense matchup on January 13, 2025, Carbondale Area narrowly edged Susquehanna 46-45 in a Lackawanna Division III boys’ basketball game. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the game, player statistics, and shooting percentages.
Game Summary:
Carbondale started strong, building a 19-12 lead in the first quarter, with Cole Becchetti contributing 8 points and Francisco Roman 11 points during the opening period. The Sabers narrowed the gap with a 10-point second quarter but couldn’t overcome the deficit despite consistent efforts.
Team Totals:
• Susquehanna: 15 field goals, 3 three-pointers, and 12 of 20 free throws (60%).
• Carbondale Area: 20 field goals, 3 three-pointers, and 3 of 6 free throws (50%).
Player Stats for Susquehanna:
• Griffin Fisk: 4 field goals, 5 of 8 free throws (62.5%), 13 points.
• Jaxon Downton: 4 field goals, 2 three-pointers, 10 points.
• Jordan Burke: 3 field goals, 4 of 6 free throws (66.7%), 10 points.
• Hudson Stengel: 2 field goals, 3 of 4 free throws (75%), 7 points.
• Linden Baker: 1 three-pointer, 3 points.
• Rykin Hobart: 1 field goal, 0 of 2 free throws, 2 points.
Player Stats for Carbondale:
• Cole Becchetti: 9 field goals, 3 of 6 free throws (50%), 21 points.
• Francisco Roman: 8 field goals, 2 three-pointers, 18 points.
• John Moran: 2 field goals, 4 points.
• Daron McKenzie: 1 three-pointer, 3 points.
Analysis:
The Sabers showcased balanced scoring but were outperformed in field goal efficiency by Carbondale Area. Susquehanna’s free throw shooting (60%) left critical points on the floor, contributing to the narrow defeat. Despite Griffin Fisk’s 13-point effort, Susquehanna couldn’t contain Becchetti and Roman, who combined for 39 of Carbondale’s 46 points.
The Sabers drop to 4-8 overall and 1-4 in the division, while Carbondale Area secured its first win of the season with this thriller.
