The Bloomfield Bombers displayed resilience and determination in their matchup against the Wayne Eagles on Friday night at Wayne Senior High School. While neither team found their rhythm early, the Bombers dug deep to secure a hard-fought 39-31 victory.Bloomfield started the game with a solid defensive effort, holding Wayne to just three points in the first quarter and ending the frame with a 7-3 lead. By halftime, the Bombers had extended their advantage to 15-11, with steady contributions from multiple players. The third quarter saw some challenges for the Bombers as Wayne took a slight lead, 23-21, heading into the final quarter. However, Bloomfield's determination shone brightly in the fourth. Implementing a full-court zone press, the Bombers created several key turnovers that translated into fast-break opportunities and critical points. The team's impressive 18-point final quarter demonstrated their ability to rise to the occasion when it matters most.Top scorers included Sawyer, who led the way with 14 points, and Grace, who added 8. Marlee chipped in with 5 points, Alina contributed 4, while Alayna, Ellie, and Emily rounded out the scoring.Despite the victory, there's room for improvement, as the Bombers missed several layups they typically make with ease and had occasional defensive lapses. Coach Willix emphasizes that the focus in the coming practices will be on sharper passing and improving offensive execution.The Bombers can take pride in their fourth-quarter effort and team-wide contributions as they look to build on this performance in future games. Keep working hard, get better every day, Go Bombers!Coach Willix