Chris Zajac--photo Debra Tobias
Chris Zajac–photo Debra Tobias

WESTPORT – The Staples boys basketball team began their 2021/22 season at home against Joel Barlow Tuesday. The team was in high spirits, with the momentum of a terrific 2020/21 season behind them and a raucous home crowd egging them on. They had several seniors returning and added Chris Zajac – a 6’ 7” junior – to their starting five.

Staples led the entire game and never lost control, as they were able to lock out most of Barlow’s offense throughout the game. Final score: Staples 68, Joel Barlow 44

Senior captain Ryan Phelps led the offense with 22 points and Zajac notched 16.

Their next battle is on Monday at 4 p.m. in Danbury, against Immaculate.