Capital Prep lost against Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy back in January of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. The Capital Prep Trailblazers fell 64-54 to the Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy Phoenix. The Trailblazers have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Despite the defeat, Capital Prep saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Syre Gillespie posted 31 points along with seven rebounds and five blocks. That was a full 57.4% of Capital Prep's points, marking the fourth time in a row he's had more than a third of the team's points. The team also got some help courtesy of Javaris Spencer, who dropped a double-double on 11 points and 15 boards.
Trailblazers
| 01/28/25 @ Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy | 54-64 |
| 01/25/25 vs Middletown | 66-77 |
Even though they lost, Capital Prep smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 16 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive boards in four consecutive matchups.
Capital Prep's loss dropped their record down to 2-11. As for Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy, their win ended a five-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-8.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Capital Prep will face off against Libertas Academy Charter at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy, they will challenge Granby Memorial at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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