Heading into the second half of the season, Harper’s men’s basketball team has a record of 7-8, and Head Coach Anthony Amarino is encouraged as his team begins conference play.
“We finished the first half very well, winning 4 of the final 6 games,” said Amarino. “We made it to the championship round of the Illinois Valley Tournament (losing to Waubonsee, 75-66, in the championship game.), and we’ve been in contention in our games.”
“Our most consistent player has been Brandon Bolger (Sophomore –
“Overall, we’ve taken advantage of our opportunities, and our freshmen have made a positive contribution,” adds Marino.
As an always difficult conference portion of the schedule begins, Amarino will looks to start 2-3 freshmen in his line-up. “With half a season behind them, our freshmen have matured to the point where we can count on them.”