Perth Amboy Magnet turned a tight opening quarter into a controlled win on Monday night, riding a sharp shooting stretch and steady defense to beat Somerset Tech 61–46 in a boys basketball matchup in Bridgewater. A second-quarter surge made the difference, and Somerset Tech never quite recovered.
It wasn’t flashy basketball. It was efficient, composed, and timed just right.
A One-Point Game Turns Quickly
For much of the first quarter, the game stayed close.
Perth Amboy Magnet trailed by one point after eight minutes, with both teams feeling each other out and trading baskets. Somerset Tech looked comfortable early, matching pace and forcing contested shots.
Then the tone shifted.
Perth Amboy Magnet erupted in the second quarter, outscoring Somerset Tech 18–4. The defensive pressure tightened, passing lanes closed, and open looks started falling at the other end.
By halftime, the scoreboard read 35–22, and momentum had clearly swung.
Feliz Finds His Rhythm From Deep
Leading the way was Geovanny Feliz, who finished with 14 points, including four three-pointers.
Feliz’s shooting opened the floor and stretched Somerset Tech’s defense. Each make seemed to land at the right moment, just as the visitors were trying to settle the game.
His scoring didn’t come in one burst. It came steadily, calmly, and with confidence.
You could feel it. Once the shots started dropping, Perth Amboy Magnet played looser, faster, and more connected.
Balanced Contributions Seal the Win
The scoring load didn’t fall on one player alone.
Jayden Rosario added 12 points, along with five rebounds and three steals. His activity on both ends helped fuel the second-quarter run and kept Somerset Tech from finding easy answers.
Justin Rodriguez chipped in nine points, three assists, and three steals, providing a steady presence and smart decision-making.
That balance showed up in the flow of the game. Perth Amboy Magnet didn’t rush possessions. They didn’t force shots. They simply kept making the right play.
Somerset Tech Battles, But Can’t Close the Gap
To their credit, Somerset Tech didn’t fold.
They tried to respond in the second half, pushing the tempo and looking for quick baskets to cut into the deficit. But each time the gap narrowed slightly, Perth Amboy Magnet answered.
Lundyn Robertson led Somerset Tech with 12 points, showing composure under pressure and attacking when lanes opened.
Nathanael White followed with 11 points, offering a spark as the hosts searched for consistency.
Still, the early damage proved too much.
Missed shots, turnovers, and the lack of sustained scoring runs kept Somerset Tech chasing for most of the night.
Second-Half Control Tells the Story
The second half was less about scoring runs and more about management.
Perth Amboy Magnet maintained its lead by playing smart, low-risk basketball. The defense stayed active, rebounds were secured, and open looks were taken without hesitation.
By the final buzzer, the 61–46 score reflected a game decided in one critical stretch, not by a last-minute flurry.
What the Result Means Going Forward
With the win, Perth Amboy Magnet moved to 3–3, evening its record and gaining confidence after a strong team performance.
For Somerset Tech, now 3–5, the loss highlighted areas that need tightening, especially defensive transitions and second-quarter execution.
Both teams showed effort. One team just executed better when it mattered most.
