Western New England College can't hold lead in dropping opener against Bridgewater State

BRIDGEWATER, Mass. - Senior forward Roland Millien (Stoughton, MA) was a one-person wrecking crew with 33 points and 17 rebounds as the Bridgewater State men's basketball team rallied for a 91-80 victory over visiting Western New England College in the season opener for both squads Tuesday night (Nov. 18).

The loss spoiled the WNEC coaching debut of Chris Agoglia who was a high school standout at nearby Brockton High School.

Western New England College had a great start jumping to a 19-point lead before taking a 49-37 advantage after the opening half.

The BSC Bears made a big comeback by out-scoring the Golden Bears 54-31 after intermission.

Millien was the main reason as he connected on 10-of-21 shots from the field and 11-of-12 free throw attempts. He also pulled down nine offensive rebounds, blocked two shots, and had five steals.

Sophomore guard Nicholas Motta (Fairhaven, MA) had a big game with 20 points and five rebounds for the hosts.

Western New England College had five players in double figures led by senior guard Matt Maynard (Paterson, NJ) with 16 points. He also had a team high eight rebounds and four assists in a fine all-around performance.

Senior forward Kyle Fredette (Wallingford, VT) netted 15 points and had six rebounds while junior guard Rick Johnson (Springfield, MA) also had 15 points along with three rebounds and three assists in his WNEC debut.

Sophomore guard Andre Duncan (Bronx, NY) contributed 14 points and seven rebounds in his first starting assignment for the Golden Bears. Sophomore center Michael Kennedy (Newtown, CT) added a career high 10 points and five boards.