The Cheverus girls basketball team pulled off one of the most stunning turnarounds in recent memory, erasing a 19‑point hole to defeat Hampden Academy 63‑61 in overtime. Senior forward Kylie Lamson, who finished with 21 points, and freshman phenom Kristin King paced the rally.
First Half Dominance
At the break the Broncos held a 34‑17 lead, a cushion built on a 6‑of‑8 shooting night from three‑point range that left Hampden firing on all cylinders.
After the interval Cheverus tightened its defense, slowed the pace and began to stitch together a rhythm that would gradually chip away at the deficit.
The Final Seconds
With just 5.4 seconds left in regulation, Anna Goodman and Kylie Lamson executed a clutch play that forced overtime, sending the crowd into a frenzy.
In the extra period, King delivered a decisive runner to break a 58‑58 tie and then added two free throws to push the lead.
Rachel LaSalle then calmly sank a free throw with 1.5 seconds remaining, sealing the victory for Cheverus.
Coach’s Praise
Coach Bill Goodman praised the contributions of role players such as Marian Pitney, Abby Kelly and Addie Jordan, emphasizing how their effort helped the team stay focused.
The team’s film session has become a ritual, with players and coaches watching the comeback repeatedly, still marveling at the resilience they displayed.