The Amesbury Redhawks had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They came out on top against Essex Tech by a score of 40-30 on Monday. This was payback for Amesbury, who suffered a 26-23 loss the last time these two teams met.
Amesbury's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Ellison Talbot led the charge by scoring 14 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Ellie Marden, who scored 11 points.
Amesbury's victory bumped their record up to 4-10. As for Essex Tech, their defeat was their seventh straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 3-9.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Amesbury's homestand continues as they prepare to take on Georgetown at 6:30 p.m. on February 1st. Essex Tech will take on Pentucket Regional at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday.
