Recap: Monsignor Donovan Catholic Rams vs. Thomas Jefferson Academy Jaguars
The Monsignor Donovan Catholic Rams scored the most points they've had all season to find success on Friday. They blew past Thomas Jefferson Academy 88-50 at home. Monsignor Donovan Catholic has made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won four matches by 20 points or more this season.
Monsignor Donovan Catholic had a senior duo take command as John W Thompson III dropped a double-double on 28 points and 13 rebounds and Nick Huff dropped a triple-double on 17 points, 17 rebounds, and ten blocks. Huff is absolutely dominating the rebound category: he's posted at least eight every time he's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Jordan Marnell, who scored 23 points.
Monsignor Donovan Catholic's victory was their sixth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 5-8. Those victories were due in large part to their offensive dominance across that stretch, as they averaged 79.0 points per game. As for Thomas Jefferson Academy, they have been struggling recently, as they've lost six of their last eight contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-8 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Monsignor Donovan Catholic won't have much time to rest: their next match is against Mt. Bethel Christian Academy at 6:30 p.m. on January 20th. Mt. Bethel Christian Academy knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with flashy point totals in its past five matchups -- so hopefully Monsignor Donovan Catholic likes a good challenge. Thomas Jefferson Academy won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against Augusta Prep Day at 2:30 p.m. on January 20th.
