Newton-Conover put another one in the bag on Tuesday to keep their perfect season alive. They blew past the East Rutherford Cavaliers 66-44. The Red Devils have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won three games by 22 points or more this season.
Newton-Conover had a senior duo take command as Sara Sain dropped a double-double on 14 points and 11 rebounds and Lea Boyens went 5 for 11 en route to 15 points plus eight steals. With that strong performance, Boyens is now averaging an impressive 2.8 steals per game. Another player making a difference was Jenna Sain, who earned six points along with ten rebounds and two steals.
East Rutherford's loss came despite strong showings from Faith Smith and Bella Harris. Smith went 7 for 15 en route to 15 points plus eight rebounds and two steals, while Harris went 5 for 11 en route to 10 points plus six rebounds. Smith is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season.
Newton-Conover's victory bumped their record up to 4-0. As for East Rutherford, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-4.
Newton-Conover will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on West Caldwell at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. East Rutherford has already played their next match, a 54-28 defeat against Stuart W. Cramer on the 6th.
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