Boys basketball: Goslings test Red Hawks in OT loss

Key Takeaways:

• Watertown’s game against Milton ended in overtime.
• The Goslings had lost their previous six matchups to Milton by an average of 18.3 points.
• Earlier this season, they suffered a 30-point road loss to the Red Hawks.
• The narrower outcome highlights the Goslings’ improved play.

The Overtime Thriller

Watertown and Milton tipped off in a contest that defied the expectations set by earlier meetings between these teams. The game was close enough to require overtime, a noteworthy shift from past matchups where the outcome was often decided well before the final buzzer.

Past Struggles

In their previous six matchups against Milton, the Goslings lost by an average of 18.3 points. One defeat stood out in particular: a 30-point road loss earlier in the season. These figures illustrate just how decisively Watertown had been outscored in this rivalry—until now.

Signs of Progress

Despite falling short on the scoreboard, the Goslings demonstrated that they could keep pace with a team that had repeatedly dominated them. Taking the game into overtime showed an improved game plan, stronger execution, and a competitive spirit that had been less evident in earlier encounters.

Looking Ahead

While the final score still tilted toward Milton, the closer margin may bode well for future contests. In extending the Red Hawks beyond regulation, Watertown’s players gave their team and supporters reason to believe that the gap is closing—and that the Goslings can continue building on this momentum in the games to come.