Two teams were on the hunt for playoff glory, but only Somerset Berkley Regional walked away with it. They breezed past the Pope Francis Prep Cardinals to the tune of 88-60 on Friday. The Raiders have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won 18 contests by 20 points or more this season.
Somerset Berkley Regional's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Colten Pacheco, who went 10-for-18 on his way to 29 points in addition to seven rebounds and three steals. Those 29 points gave Pacheco a new career-high. Finnian Bjork was another key player, dropping a double-double with 21 points and 12 boards.

Raiders
03/07/25 @ Pope Francis Prep | 88-60 |
03/04/25 vs Leominster | 89-47 |
03/04/25 vs Leominster | 89-47 |
02/28/25 vs Minnechaug Regional | 84-58 |
02/18/25 vs King Philip Regional | 77-51 |
+ 15 more games |
The win was the 20th in a row for Somerset Berkley Regional, bringing their record for this year to 23-1. They've dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 25.4 points. As for Pope Francis Prep, their defeat ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 20-4.
Looking ahead, Somerset Berkley Regional will square off against Masconomet Regional at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Masconomet Regional will roll in looking for their 17th straight victory, something Somerset Berkley Regional surely won't give up without a fight. Pope Francis Prep does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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