Dover lost against Mount Academy back in February of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Dover Dragons came up short against the Mount Academy Eagles, falling 78-58. The Dragons were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 42-21.
| 01/17/25 vs Mount Academy | 14 |
| 01/10/25 @ Ellenville | 13 |
| 01/07/25 vs Highland | 9 |
Dover's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kayden Brinson, who dropped a double-double on 13 points and 14 boards. Brinson is on a roll when it comes to rebounds, as he's now pulled down nine or more in the last three games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Jaheim Dixon, who posted 14 points in addition to three steals and three blocks.
It was another big night for Jake Maendel, who went 11 for 20 en route to 31 points along with five boards and five steals for Mount Academy. John Maendel also deserves some recognition as he posted his first assist of the season.
Dover has been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-6 record this season. As for Mount Academy, the win (which was their eighth in a row) raised their record to 9-1.
Dover will challenge Pine Plains at 5:45 p.m. on Friday. Dover is facing Pine Plains at the right time seeing as Pine Plains is stuck on a six-game losing streak. As for Mount Academy, it'll be a Battle of the Birds when the Mount Academy Eagles take on the Rhinebeck Hawks at 5:45 p.m. on Thursday.
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