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"With the tournament not far away, every game is important," said a content Tomasz. "The whole team played well, and that's what we need."

As the third quarter began, the game quickly became a tale of two benches.

"Our bench was great. Kirsten Boyd in particular was awesome," explained Reardon. "She doesn't get the most minutes, but after tonight, it's clear she worked herself into the rotation."

Junior forward Boyd (9 points, 7 boards, and 2 steals) along with Hadwen, senior co-captain Taylor Hickman (10 points, 4 assists, 4 boards and a steal) and junior Taylor Bresnahan (4 points, 6 assists, 5 boards and 2 steals) all brought great hustle into the fray, helping the Clippers steal six more possessions and lead going into the fourth, 37-34.

The final quarter witnessed Newburyport trapping to perfection once again, as well as some timely hoops and free throws. Notwithstanding a chivalrous Lancer bunch, the Clippers just had too many answers and made all the right stops in crunch time.

"It was anyone's game going into the fourth, but the girls showed their character and pulled it out," explained a relieved Reardon. "That's what I teach my girls. I feel like if they can be strong and tough in adverse situations, then that's only going to help them - on and off the basketball court."

With a struggling Lynnfield coming up Friday, Tomasz knows what needs to be done. The Clippers must win two of their last five games to clinch an EMass. State Tournament berth.

"Our goal is to make the tournament," said Tomasz. "That's what we want, and we're excited for it."

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