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UMA Moose Edge Out SMCC Seawolves in a Thrilling Nail-biter

(Augusta, ME) On November 19, 2024, the UMA Moose faced off against the Southern Maine Community College Seawolves in a nail-biting game at the Augusta Civic Center. The Moose emerged victorious with a final score of 70-68, showcasing a strong performance from key players on both teams.

Southern Maine CC's Charlie Houghton led Seawolves with an impressive 15 points, shooting 5-for-11 from the field and contributing 8 rebounds. Sean Bosia also made a significant impact, matching Houghton's scoring tally with 15 points while adding 5 rebounds. Thomas Martinotti added 14 points and 10 rebounds, showcasing his ability to dominate inside.

However, the Moose countered with a stellar performance from Donte Sharp, who was the standout player of the night! Sharp exploded for 24 points on an efficient 57.1% shooting from the field, including 4 three-pointers. Trevor Beals supported him well, contributing 17 points and 4 rebounds, while Yonas Medfu and Isaiah Searles added 8 and 5 points, respectively. The Moose displayed balanced scoring and tenacious defense which were key factors in the victory over the Seawolves.

The game was tightly contested throughout, with both teams exchanging leads multiple times. SMCC shot 40.6% from the field but struggled from beyond the arc, only managing 18.8% on 3-pointers. In contrast, the Moose shot 42.1% overall, with a more favorable 25% from three-point range.

In the end, the ability to capitalize on free throws (76.5% success rate) proved crucial in the Moose win, despite a late push from the Seawolves. With this victory, the UMA Moose will look to build momentum as the season progresses

**Final Score: UMA Moose 70, SMCC Seawolves 68**