THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 20, 2026 Page 9 BASKETBALL | FROM PAGE 1 not their best showing this year. “We were not very good on the defensive end throughout a large portion of this game,” he said, “and for us moving forward, we will have to play with much more intensity on that side of the ball (to win against tournament teams).” But eventually, the Tide regained their defensive presence in the second half, “when it mattered most,” the third-yard Everett coach added. “We fi nally found that intensity, which allowed us to get the stops we needed to pull away.” Boyce promises that they will be working on that in practice to make sure that energy is a part of their game for all four quarters in the tournament. But the Everett coach was more pleased with the eff ort against Newton South. “We were more competitive in this one until the very end,” he said. “Playing four games in fi ve days, however, fi nally caught up to us. Despite our tired legs, we still saw some great off ensive production from our leaders.” Samir King Dacosta led the way with 20 points. Jayden Alsaindor was next in line with 15, and Cristian Vasquez was close behind with 14. “Even though we struggled to find our usual rhythm as one unit, having three players in double figures shows the grit that we have, even when the schedule is grueling,” said Boyce. “We are going to use this hard-fought stretch of games as a learning experience, while also getting some much-needed rest, before going back into BASKETBALL | SEE PAGE 14 If We Happen To Meet By Accident ... You’ll Be Glad You Found Us! There is a difference between the rest and the BEST! Celebrating 46 Years In Business! TONY’S AUTO BODY TOURNEY-BOUND TIDE: The Tide’s Samir King-DeCosta battles for the ball during Thursday night’s action against Revere. KingCosta led the team with 20 points. (Advocate photos by Emily Harney) Call or Visit 781-321-0032 34 Sharon Street Malden, MA 02148 TONYSAUTOBODYLLC.COM COME VISIT OUR STATE OF THE ART BODY SHOP • Computerized Paint Matching (State of the Art Spray Booth) • Computerized Frame Machines • P.P.G. Refinishing System • R134 + 1234yf A/C Machines Fully Insured -RS2415 Insurance Company Approval ALL OUR WORK IS GUARANTEED! TONY Tide Captain Cristian Vasquez holds off a Revere defender to keep possession of the ball. BARTOLO Owner 46 Years Let Us Handle Your Next Insurance Claim. Go With the BEST It Doesn’t Get BETTER! RENTAL CARS Available
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