Mendon Basketball Breaks Season winning record with win over Pittsford

Mendon poses for a photo shortly after their game to celebrate history as they set a new record for wins in a season. Photo by Chris Carpenter | Team TBM

Mendon trailed by one at the end of a fast-paced first quarter. It took nearly four minutes into the second quarter for either team to score, but once the drought ended, the game turned into a back-and-forth battle. A couple of big three-pointers from Ryder Gorham helped the Hornets take a 35–30 lead into halftime.

Both teams came out in zone defense to start the second half, and both executed it well. However, Mendon gained the edge by forcing more turnovers, allowing them to maintain a slim 48–46 lead heading into the final minutes. It was clear both teams desperately wanted the win. The fourth quarter was physical and intense, with fans on both sides feeling a few more fouls could have been called. Mendon stayed composed down the stretch, forcing Pittsford to play the foul game as the clock wound down. The Hornets closed it out for a 70–61 victory.

Ryder Gorham shoots a wide open three. Photo by Chris Carpenter | Team TBM

Play of the Game (Presented by Pit Training League)

With 1.9 seconds left in the second quarter, Ryder Gorham was fouled while shooting a three-pointer. On his final free throw attempt, he intentionally missed, grabbed his own rebound, and scored on a putback layup as time expired. Ryder finished the night with 35 points.

Player of the Game

Dante Goto (Mendon) recorded 5+ blocks, including a couple on three-point attempts — one of which landed in the third row of the bleachers. His presence in the paint was undeniable, impacting nearly every shot taken around him.

Carpenter Action Shots – Thoughts from Behind the Camera

This was a fun one to watch. The intensity was there from the opening tip and never let up.

Mendon

Ryder G – 35 points

Owen G – 17 points

Carter H – 8 points

Tristian W – 4 points

Jayden H – 4 points

Gabe T – 2 points

Pittsford

Jake D – 23 points

Brendan N – 8 points

Hunter P – 8 points

Ethan P – 8 points

Aiden J – 7 points

Owen H – 3 points

Levon H – 2 points

Shane R – 2 points