Chopticon extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to ten on Friday, dropping them down to 0-7. They were six points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 54-48 heartbreaker at the hands of the Huntingtown Hurricanes. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Hurricanes this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 69-62 back in December of 2025.
As for Huntingtown, their win was their first in the region, bumping their region record up to 1-2 and their overall record up to 8-4. The final result isn't all that surprising considering their considerable advantage in MaxPreps' Maryland basketball rankings (they are ranked 102nd, while Chopticon is ranked 217th).
Trey Cobb was the offensive standout of the game as he went 6-for-9 on his way to 20 points. Thanks to that strong game, he now owns an excellent 46.1% field goal percentage. The team also got some help courtesy of Elijah Washington, who posted 15 points.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Chopticon will square off against North Point at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Braves' defense better be ready for this one: the Eagles have averaged an impressive 56.4 points per game this season. As for Huntingtown, they will take on Thomas Stone at 6:15 p.m. on Wednesday. The Hurricanes' defense better be ready for this one: the Cougars have averaged an impressive 56 points per game this season.
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