Basketball Recap: Make It Seven in a Row for Middle Park

Panthers

Previous Games

02/28/25 @ Jefferson Academy	53-42
02/27/25 vs The Academy	59-42
02/25/25 @ Alameda	66-12
02/13/25 @ Arvada	72-37
02/08/25 @ Arrupe Jesuit	76-48
+ 2 more games

Jefferson Academy typically has all the answers at home, but on Friday Middle Park proved too difficult a challenge. They came out on top against the Jefferson Academy Jaguars by a score of 53-42. The victory was familiar territory for the Panthers, who have now won seven contests in a row.

Middle Park's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Joey Gagnon, who posted 13 points along with eight boards and five assists. Gagnon has been hot, having also posted two or more steals the last seven times he's played. Another player making a difference was Weston Wiedel, who went 5-for-8 on his way to 10 points and four steals.

Despite the defeat, Jefferson Academy had strong showings from Jimeto Orji, who shot 56% from the field en route to 15 points and six rebounds, and Josh Neely, who had 11 points and six boards.

Middle Park pushed their record up to 18-4 with the victory, which was their fourth straight on the road. They've dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 32 points. As for Jefferson Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost seven of their last eight matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 14-9 record this season.

Middle Park and Jefferson Academy are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. A feisty cat fight will be fought as the Panthers take on the Tigers at 7:30 p.m. on March 7th. Middle Park will be up against Wiggins' rather soft defense (which has allowed 57.96 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Jefferson Academy, they will face off against DSST: Green Valley Ranch at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Jefferson Academy is facing DSST: Green Valley Ranch at the right time seeing as DSST: Green Valley Ranch is stuck on a three-game losing streak.