Copeland’s 22 Points Lift West Caldwell Tech to Victory Over Newark Academy

In a thrilling boys’ basketball matchup, West Caldwell Tech emerged victorious, defeating Newark Academy 45-38 in West Caldwell. The game was highlighted by a stellar performance from Naquan Copeland, who led all scorers with an impressive 22 points.

West Caldwell Tech, now boasting a 10-7 record, showed remarkable resilience in the fourth quarter, outscoring their opponents 17-9 to seal the win. Joshua N’Kayo contributed nine points to the team’s effort, providing a solid supporting role to Copeland’s dominant display.

On the other side of the court, Newark Academy, currently sitting at 7-7, was led by Chase Perilman, who scored 12 points. Shane Sampson and Jared Simon also made notable contributions, scoring 11 and nine points, respectively. Despite their best efforts, however, the team was unable to overcome the strong fourth-quarter push from West Caldwell Tech.

The win marks a significant milestone for West Caldwell Tech, as they continue to build momentum in their season. With Copeland’s consistent scoring and the team’s ability to close out games strong, they are poised to make a deep run in the postseason.

In contrast, Newark Academy will look to regroup and refocus after the tough loss. With a balanced scoring attack and a strong team defense, they have the potential to make some noise in the coming weeks.

As the season heats up, fans can expect more intense matchups like this one. With teams like West Caldwell Tech and Newark Academy vying for position, the competition is sure to be fierce. For now, West Caldwell Tech celebrates a hard-fought victory, while Newark Academy looks to bounce back from a tough defeat.

Game Stats:

* Naquan Copeland (West Caldwell Tech): 22 points
* Joshua N’Kayo (West Caldwell Tech): 9 points
* Chase Perilman (Newark Academy): 12 points
* Shane Sampson (Newark Academy): 11 points
* Jared Simon (Newark Academy): 9 points

Team Records:

* West Caldwell Tech: 10-7
* Newark Academy: 7-7