Delbarton kicked off the 2024-25 basketball season in thrilling fashion with a 63-54 victory over Fairfield Prep (CT) on December 17. After a strong first quarter, the Green Wave faced adversity in the second, as Fairfield Prep surged ahead with a 26-point effort to take a halftime lead. However, Delbarton responded with grit and poise in the second half, outscoring their opponent 35-15 in the final two quarters to secure the win. Key contributions from multiple players highlighted the team's depth and resilience.

Austin Kolakowski led the charge for Delbarton with an electrifying 22-point performance, sinking four three-pointers and shooting 80% from the free-throw line. Luke Azzinaro added 14 points, showing his consistency inside the arc, while Lucas Cardinale and Patrick Mahoney each chipped in six points and stuffed the stat sheet with a combined 14 rebounds, 10 assists, and five steals. Newcomer Stephen Kmetz provided a spark off the bench with eight points, including two clutch three-pointers, as the Green Wave showcased their balanced scoring attack.

Defensively, Delbarton dominated the second half, holding Fairfield Prep to just six points in the fourth quarter. The team collectively pulled down 25 rebounds and forced seven steals, demonstrating their hustle and tenacity on both ends of the floor. With the season-opening victory, Delbarton improved to 1-0 and set the tone for what promises to be an exciting campaign.