Sports

Lady Colonials Advance to Quarterfinals With Blowout Win

Westford Academy is next for Acton-Boxborough in the Central Division 1 playoffs.

There was never any doubt for the Acton-Boxborough girls basketball team.

In the opening round of the Central Division 1 postseason on Tuesday night, the Colonials cruised to a 63-33 victory over visiting Doherty.

Thanks to the victory, Acton-Boxborough advances to the quarterfinal round against No. 2 seed Westford Academy.

The Grey Ghosts enter the game coming off of a first round bye while the Colonials' opening round win improves their record to 15-6 on the season. Doherty ends the season with an 8-13 mark.

Friday's quarterfinal game is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Westford Academy.


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