The St. John Paul II Falcons will look to defend their home court on Thursday against the Oakwood Academy Mustangs at 7:30 p.m. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the pair posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
Last Tuesday, St. John Paul II didn't have too much trouble with the Rebels at home as they won 69-52. The victory was just what St. John Paul II needed coming off of a 72-36 loss in their prior contest.
Meanwhile, Oakwood Academy scored the most points they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. They breezed by Valley Head at home to the tune of 105-54. The victory was some much needed relief for Oakwood Academy as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Daniel Jones had an outrageously good game as he scored 26 points along with six rebounds and two steals. As a matter of fact, that's the most points he has scored all season. Aeric Reid was another key contributor, scoring 12 points along with seven rebounds and six steals.
St. John Paul II has been performing well recently as they've won seven of their last nine matches, which provided a nice bump to their 16-9 record this season. As for Oakwood Academy, their win bumped their record up to 11-14.
St. John Paul II beat the Mustangs 70-63 in their previous matchup back in December of 2023. One of the biggest obstacles the team faced in that game was Oakwood Academy's Jadon Williams, who dropped a double-double on 18 points and 11 rebounds. Now that he's got a second chance to win this matchup, will St. John Paul II still be able to contain Williams? There's only one way to find out.
