Basketball Recap: Mt. St. Joseph Academy's Win Ends Five-Game Losing Streak on the Road

Mt. St. Joseph Academy came into Thursday's game having lost three straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They managed a 53-49 victory over the Villa Joseph Marie Jems on Thursday. The Magic's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.

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Previous 5 Games

12/19/24 @ Villa Joseph Marie	53-49
12/17/24 vs Merion Mercy Academy	44-48
12/14/24 @ Lower Merion	41-47
12/10/24 @ Bayard Rustin	38-42
12/07/24 vs Ridley	28-16

Mt. St. Joseph Academy's win ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-4. As for Villa Joseph Marie, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-3 record this season.

Mt. St. Joseph Academy and Penncrest will compete for holiday cheer at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday. Villa Joseph Marie will take on Nazareth Academy in a holiday battle at at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.