Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Wake Prep Academy). They blew past the Oxford Prep Griffins 64-35 on Wednesday. The Guardians have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won four matches by 29 points or more this season.
It was another big night for Olivia Langton, who went 6 for 8 en route to 18 points plus three steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Journey Johnson, who earned 13 points in addition to six steals.
Wake Prep Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 17 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in five consecutive matchups.
Wake Prep Academy's victory was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 5-1. Those victories were due in large part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 24.7 points per game. As for Oxford Prep, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-4 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Wake Prep Academy will take on Neuse Charter at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Oxford Prep, they will challenge Roxboro Community at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Roxboro Community will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something Oxford Prep surely won't give up without a fight.
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