While the Chesapeake Math & IT Academy North Tigers couldn't quite beat the Bladensburg Mustangs on Monday, the two-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the 47-point loss they were dealt last Thursday. Chesapeake Math & IT Academy North fell just short of Bladensburg by a score of 56-54. Chesapeake Math & IT Academy North's loss continues an unfortunate trend for the squad, making it three in a row.
Chesapeake Math & IT Academy North's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Joshua Owolabi, who scored seven points along with six blocks. The team also got some help courtesy of Jayden Austin, who scored 13 points.
Chesapeake Math & IT Academy North has been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six games, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-7 record this season. As for Bladensburg, their win ended a eight-game drought at home and bumped them up to 7-14.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Chesapeake Math & IT Academy North's road trip will continue as they head out to face Friendly at 7:00 p.m. on February 6th. Friendly is on a three-game streak of home losses, Chesapeake Math & IT Academy North a three-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck is about to change. As for Bladensburg, they will head out on the road to square off against Parkdale at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Parkdale is strutting with some offensive muscle, as they've averaged 54.6 points per game this season.
