The Jefferson Academy Jaguars's game last Monday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They strolled past Prospect Ridge Academy with points to spare, taking the game 41-26. Given Jefferson Academy's advantage in MaxPreps' Colorado basketball rankings (they are ranked 112th, while Prospect Ridge Academy is ranked 235th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Among those leading the charge was Sofia Pathak, who scored 13 points along with two steals. She continues to roll, besting her previous point total in each of the last three games she's played. Shal Mathai was another key contributor, scoring ten points.
Despite the defeat, Prospect Ridge Academy saw an underclassman step up: Amelia Waggoner scored 12 points along with six rebounds and three steals. Waggoner continues to roll, besting her previous point total in each of the last four games she's played.
Jefferson Academy is on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four contests, which provided a nice bump to their 12-6 record this season. As for Prospect Ridge Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-12.
Jefferson Academy will head out on the road to take on The Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Jefferson Academy will be up against The Academy's rather soft defense (which has allowed 55.2 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive showing. As for Prospect Ridge Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Forge Christian at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Forge Christian has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last four games.
