Brennan Drops Career High 35, Lifts Old Tappan Past Demarest in Overtime Thriller

High School Sports Elite • Feb 10, 2026

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Old Tappan 68, Demarest 65, OT

February 10, 2026

David Brennan delivered a career night and lifted Old Tappan to a 68 to 65 overtime win over Demarest on Tuesday evening.

Brennan scored a career high 35 points and carried the offense in every critical stretch. He finished with 11 two point field goals, two three pointers, and went seven of eight from the free throw line. He accounted for more than half of Old Tappan’s total scoring and came through with key baskets late in regulation and in overtime.

Old Tappan set the tone early. The Golden Knights led 9 to 4 after the first quarter and held a 20 to 13 advantage at halftime. Demarest responded in the second half, scoring 21 points in the third quarter to close the gap.

The fourth quarter turned into a shootout. Demarest erupted with heavy scoring and Old Tappan missed key free throws to erase their lead and force overtime. In overtime, Old Tappan made the decisive plays. Strong defense and timely free throw shooting sealed the three point victory.

Joseph Martin added 12 points in the paint. Isaac Shrager scored 15 points, including three from beyond the arc. Jake Totten chipped in six points on two three pointers. Brian Slater appeared in the game and logged minutes with some strong defense. Luke Behrens and Shane Uglione also saw action as Old Tappan utilized its bench in the physical contest.

Demarest was led by Jake Schweid, who finished with 30 points, five rebounds, and three steals. Julian Gorenstein added 13 points, and Anthony Bernardez contributed 10 points and five assists.

Brennan’s career performance and composure in overtime proved to be the difference.

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