Basketball Game Preview: University Prep Jaguars vs. Academy of Careers & Exploration Eagle

The University Prep Jaguars will challenge the Academy of Careers & Exploration Eagle at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.

On Wednesday, University Prep came up short against Excelsior Charter and fell 72-63. The Jaguars haven't had much luck with the Eagles recently, as the team has come up short the last three times they've met.

Despite their loss, University Prep saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Donald McFarlin, who posted 17 points, was perhaps the best of all. Another player making a difference was Joshua Okeke, who put up 17 points.

Meanwhile, Academy of Careers & Exploration was fully in charge on Wednesday, breezing past Bethel Christian 66-36.

Academy of Careers & Exploration now has a winning record of 2-1. As for University Prep, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-1.

Everything came up roses for University Prep against Academy of Careers & Exploration in their previous matchup back in November of 2024, as the team secured a 66-35 victory. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Jaguars since the squad won't have the home-court advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.