Jacobs played a tough match on Tuesday in which they were outscored in every quarter. They came up short against the Hampshire Whip-Purs, falling 72-49. The Golden Eagles were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Whip-Purs earlier this season, when they won 42-38.
When it comes to explaining why Jacobs lost, don't look at Ben Jurzak. Despite the final result, he posted 16 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Emaan Thomas, who had ten points.
Jacobs has been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last ten contests, which has put a noticeable dent in their 15-13 record this season. As for Hampshire, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 11-17.
Jacobs and Hampshire could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps Illinois Rankings. Jacobs (ranked 215th) will meet Central (ranked 91st) at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Similarly, Hampshire will take on McHenry at 7:00 p.m. on Friday down 280 places (340 vs. 60).
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