No. 28 Pittsfield High saw its season end abruptly when No. 37 Medway found success in the MIAA Division III Preliminary Round. The surprising home-court loss wrapped up a disappointing finale for the Generals.
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Pittsfield boys basketball upset at home by Medway in MIAA D-III Preliminary Round
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Key Takeaways:
- The matchup was part of the MIAA Division III Preliminary Round
- Pittsfield High was seeded No. 28 and Medway No. 37
- Medway defeated Pittsfield on the Generals’ home court
- The high-seed loss was an upset as Pittsfield ended its season
- The outcome marks a disappointing finish for the Generals
Setting the Stage
Pittsfield High came into the MIAA Division III Preliminary Round holding the No. 28 seed. With the advantage of playing on their home court, the Generals were poised to advance further in the state tournament. Their opponent, Medway, arrived as the No. 37 seed, viewed largely as an underdog with an uphill battle ahead.
The Upset
In a striking result that defied the pre-game expectations, Medway pulled off the victory. This upset was particularly notable given the disparity in seeding and the Generals’ home-court advantage. The game’s conclusion marks one of the more unexpected results of the preliminary round, underscoring the unpredictable nature of high school basketball.
Team Seeding Comparison
| TEAM | SEED |
|---|---|
| Pittsfield Generals | No. 28 |
| Medway | No. 37 |
Season’s End for Pittsfield
The defeat brought a disappointing close to Pittsfield’s season. Fans had hoped the No. 28 Generals would make a deeper run in the tournament, but those aspirations were cut short on their own court. While details of the broader MIAA bracket remain outside this report, the Generals’ hopes for further postseason success ended with the final buzzer.
