RIDGEFIELD — Earlier this season, the New Canaan boys basketball team qualified for its first state tournament in 10 years.
On Monday night, the resurgent Rams ended a slightly longer absence.
By playing intense defense, finishing enough elongated possessions with baskets, and making free throws in crunch time, New Canaan knocked off Ridgefield, 60-53. The victory assured the Rams of a berth in the FCIAC tournament for the first time since 2008.