The Edmund Burke Academy Spartans came into Tuesday's contest having lost three straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They put the hurt on Thomas Jefferson Academy with a sharp 66-46 victory on Tuesday. This was payback for Edmund Burke Academy, who suffered a 73-62 loss the last time these two teams met.
Grant Mobley was his usual excellent self, scoring 21 points along with six rebounds and two steals. He also posted two blocks for the first time this season. Owen Redd was another key contributor, scoring 12 points along with seven assists and seven rebounds.
Edmund Burke Academy's victory bumped their record up to 4-10. As for Thomas Jefferson Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost eight of their last nine matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-13 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Edmund Burke Academy will take on the Cavaliers at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Thomas Jefferson Academy, they will head out on the road to take on the Trojans at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Twiggs Academy is out to stop a eight-game streak of losses at home.
