After flying high against Quakertown on Monday, Dock Mennonite came back down to earth. The Pioneers fell just short of Murrell Dobbins Vo-Tech by a score of 45-43 on Tuesday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Pioneers have suffered since February 22, 2025.
Murrell Dobbins Vo-Tech's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Haneef Davis led the charge by putting up 15 points in addition to six rebounds and three steals. Davis is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in each of the last 13 games he's played dating back to last season. Another player making a difference was Hasan Laws, who almost dropped a double-double with ten points and nine boards.
Dock Mennonite has been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-7 record this season. As for Murrell Dobbins Vo-Tech, their win ended an eight-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-8.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Dock Mennonite will host Norristown at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday. The Pioneers will be up against the Eagles' rather soft defense (which has allowed 68.55 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Murrell Dobbins Vo-Tech, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Carver High School of Engineering & Science at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Murrell Dobbins Vo-Tech will need to watch out since Carver High School of Engineering & Science has now posted at least 55 points in their last five games.
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