Avalon lost to St. Andrew's Episcopal back in December of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Black Knights were beaten by the Lions 79-50. While losing is never fun, the Black Knights can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Maryland basketball rankings (they are ranked 90th, while the Lions are ranked sixth).
Jevon Hawkins
| 02/06/26 @ St. Andrew's Episcopal | 22 |
| 02/05/26 @ Lanham Christian | 27 |
| 02/03/26 vs Takoma Academy | 28 |
| 01/22/26 @ Southern Maryland Christian Academy | 18 |
| 01/20/26 @ Clinton Grace Christian | 34 |
| + 5 more games |
Several Black Knights players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Jevon Hawkins, who posted 22 points along with six rebounds and three steals. The contest was Hawkins' tenth in a row with at least 17 points. Toran Ayana was another key player, dropping a double-double with 16 points and ten boards.
Avalon has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 9-11 record this season. Those defeats can't be blamed on the team's offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 64.5 points over those games. As for St. Andrew's Episcopal, their victory bumped their record up to 13-10.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Avalon will face off against Calverton at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for St. Andrew's Episcopal, they will square off against Georgetown Day at 5:45 p.m. on Tuesday. The Lions will be up against the Mighty Hoppers' rather soft defense (which has allowed 61.89 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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