For whatever reason, it's the away team that's had the advantage when Jacobs and Prairie Ridge meet (four straight games heading into this one) and that held true again on Friday. The Golden Eagles came out on top against the Wolves by a score of 46-39. This was a revenge game for the Golden Eagles: when they faced off against the Wolves back in December of 2025, they had to take a 54-45 loss.

Samson Averehi
| 01/30/26 @ Prairie Ridge | 10 |
| 01/27/26 @ Cary-Grove | 4 |
| 01/24/26 vs Palatine | 3 |
| 01/21/26 @ Crystal Lake South | 3 |
| 01/16/26 @ Central | 2 |
| + 20 more games |
Jacobs was led to victory by Samson Averehi and Malachi Bell. Averehi dropped a double-double with 16 points and ten boards, while Bell posted 12 points in addition to six rebounds and three steals. That's the most boards Averehi has posted since back in February of 2025. Another player making a difference was Elijah Bell, who scored 12 points and seven rebounds.
Jacobs' victory bumped their record up to 12-10. As for Prairie Ridge, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 5-17.
Coincidentally, Jacobs and Prairie Ridge will both be playing Hampshire the next time they take the court. The Wolves will host the Whip-Purs at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, while the Golden Eagles will head out to face them at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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