By Madelyn Baranowsky – Staff Reporter

The Jonathan Law boys basketball season started on December 16 against Wilbur Cross.  

Since that game, the team has played against cross-town rival Foran, and Daniel Hand, resulting in a 1-2 record with a win against Foran. The team’s season is currently on pause due to COVID-19, but it will be resuming on January 8.

“I’m looking forward to getting back on the court mainly, but also playing games against good competition,” junior Christian Andriolas said.

While Law faced a tough first two games, the team was able to end with a win against Foran right before the season was put on pause.  

“Losses are always tough but we are still learning a lot and getting better together,” head coach Jamie Anderson said.  “It was nice that we were able to stay focused in our game against Foran to get our first win.”

Once the season resumes, the team only has a couple of practices until their next game, a rematch against Wilbur Cross. The first time the team played Wilbur Cross they lost 66-42, but since they have played more games, they are looking forward to the rematch.

“We prepare as we always do,” Anderson said.  “Conditioning as much as we can and play repetition are jets to our success.”

This year’s captains are junior John Neider, junior Nolan Mckenna-Hansen, and senior Daniel Maxwell. The captains all bring experience and strong leadership to the team.

“Players will learn from the captains, most importantly, is the consistent work ethic they bring and confidence they have on the floor,” Anderson said.

In addition to the captains, the players on varsity are looking forward to the rest of the season.

“I’m looking forward to developing with the team and winning more games, hopefully using the Foran win as momentum moving forwards,” sophomore varsity player Liam Valvo said.

Due to COVID-19 last year, the team was only allowed 12 regular season games. Despite the challenges, they ended with a 9-4 record including the postseason.

Not much has changed this season with the COVID-19 regulations.  Players are still required to wear masks while playing, but spectators are now allowed at games.