The Oberlin The Phoenix will challenge the Valley Forge Patriots at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Oberlin is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 55.8 points per game this season.
Oberlin took a loss when they played away from home on Friday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Saturday. They breezed by Lake Ridge Academy to the tune of 78-36. The The Phoenix 's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
It was another big night for Josiah Bowen-Pride, who dropped a double-double on 22 points and 11 boards. Landon Smith was another key player, going 8 for 14 on his way to 21 points.
Oberlin smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive boards in five consecutive contests.
Meanwhile, Valley Forge was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their seventh straight loss. They were six points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 26-20 heartbreaker at the hands of Normandy. The game marked the Patriots' lowest-scoring match so far this season.
Valley Forge's defeat dropped their record down to 2-10. As for Oberlin, their victory bumped their record up to 7-8.
Oberlin came up short against Valley Forge in their previous matchup back in February of 2024, falling 54-43. Will Oberlin have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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