By Joseph Salvatore Prezioso
Everett High basketball player Ghared Boyce on his way to the basket to score his 1,000th point.
Everett High junior Ghared Boyce scored the 1,000th point of his career to highlight the Crimson Tide’s 83-51 victory over Belmont in the BABC Holiday Classic Tuesday at Cathedral High School.
Boyce made a layup in the second quarter to reach the milestone for the undefeated hoop team. The 6-foot guard averaged 28 points a game as a sophomore and has continued his excellent play this season.
“It’s a big accomplishment and I worked so hard the past three years off and on the court and I put in my work in the gym,” said Boyce. “My goal is to earn a scholarship, work on my grades, and win a state championship.”
Everett coach John DiBiaso congratulated Boyce on his achievement.
“I was very happy for him and very happy for the team,” said DiBiaso. “It was a nice atmosphere at the BABC Tournament for him to achieve this accomplishment so we’re proud for him.”
Boyce’s family was in attendance at the game. His brother, Gerell, is a member of the EHS varsity basketball team. Also on hand were his mother, Lolita Davis, his father, Gerard Boyce, and his brother, Ghustin Boyce.