By Christopher DeMuth
Boys Hockey
The New Canaan boys hockey team put together an excellent week, earning two home wins against strong opponents.
On Monday, the Rams dominated Ridgefield in a conference matchup, winning 6–0. New Canaan set the tone early with two first-period goals and never let up. The Rams added two goals in both the second and third periods, showing balanced scoring and steady pressure throughout the game. Defensively, New Canaan limited Ridgefield’s chances and protected the lead with consistent play in all three zones.
Later in the week, the Rams faced Greenwich Country Day in a non-conference game that went to overtime. After a scoreless first period, New Canaan took a 1–0 lead in the second. Greenwich Country Day tied the game late in the third period, forcing overtime. New Canaan responded quickly, scoring the game-winning goal in overtime to secure a 2–1 victory. The win highlighted the team’s ability to stay composed in a close game and finish strong.
Boys Basketball
The New Canaan boys basketball team played three games over the week, showing both growth and resilience.
On Tuesday, the Rams lost at home to Staples, 69–47, in a conference game. The teams were close early, but Staples pulled ahead by halftime. New Canaan continued to compete, scoring 18 points in the third quarter, but was unable to close the gap as Staples maintained control in the final period.
New Canaan rebounded on Thursday with a convincing road win against Norwalk, 73–48. The Rams built momentum early and continued to extend their lead throughout the game. Strong team offense and steady defense helped New Canaan keep Norwalk off balance and secure a comfortable conference victory.
The Rams capped the week with a hard-fought 67–65 home win against Bassick in a non-conference matchup. The game stayed close from start to finish, with neither team able to pull away. New Canaan made key plays in the final minutes and held on for the two-point win, showing poise in a tight contest.
Girls Basketball
The New Canaan girls basketball team split its two games, facing tough conference competition.
On Tuesday, the Rams lost on the road to Staples, 51–20. Staples took an early lead and continued to add to it in each quarter. Despite the result, New Canaan continued to compete and worked to generate offense against a strong Staples defense.
On Thursday, the Rams bounced back at home with a 51–37 win over Norwalk. New Canaan played with more confidence and energy, especially in the second half. The Rams pulled ahead by controlling the pace of the game and limiting Norwalk’s scoring opportunities. The win marked a strong response and a solid conference performance.
Girls Hockey
The New Canaan girls hockey team earned an impressive 5–1 road win against Hamden in a non-conference game.
New Canaan took control early and continued to build its lead as the game went on. The Rams showed strong offensive pressure and disciplined defensive play, keeping Hamden to just one goal. The balanced effort helped New Canaan pull away and secure a comfortable four-goal victory.
Overall, New Canaan varsity teams delivered several strong performances during the week, highlighted by dominant hockey wins and key basketball victories at both home and away venues.
