The Darien Blue Wave's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Tuesday after their fourth straight loss. They received a tough blow as they fell 61-45 to Staples. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest points Darien has scored all season.
Staples found their leader in underclassman Sam Clachko, who scored 30 points along with six assists and four steals. That makes it three consecutive games in which Clachko has scored at least a third of Staples' points. Mason Tobias was another key contributor, scoring six points along with eight rebounds.
Darien's defeat dropped their record down to 3-8. As for Staples, their win bumped their record up to 6-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Darien will take on Trumbull at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Trumbull has been dominant on offense recently, as they've racked up an incredible 745 points over their last 11 matchups. As for Staples, they will look to defend their home court on Friday against Greenwich at 7:00 p.m. Greenwich is hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses.
