University Prep hasn't had much luck against Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The University Prep Jaguars will face off against Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy at 7:00 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.
University Prep is headed into the game out to prove that what happened against Riverside Prep on Tuesday (when they were outscored in every quarter) was just a minor bump in the road. University Prep was beaten by Riverside Prep 80-45. The Jaguars were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 47-18.
Meanwhile, Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were four points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 45-41 heartbreaker at the hands of Hesperia Christian.
Despite the defeat, Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy saw an underclassman step up: freshman Jaiden Juat posted nine points in addition to six rebounds and five assists. The team also got some help courtesy of John Botros, who scored nine points along with five boards and three steals.
Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy's loss dropped their record down to 3-8. As for University Prep, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-9.
University Prep didn't have too much breathing room in their matchup against Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy when the teams last played back in December of 2024, but they still walked away with a 43-39 win. The rematch might be a little tougher for University Prep since the team won't have the home-court advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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