Jacksonville took care of business in their home opener on Wednesday. They came out on top against the Richlands Wildcats by a score of 51-44. The win continues a trend for the Cardinals in their matchups with the Wildcats: they've now won nine in a row.
Jacksonville found their leader in sophomore Kole Stahlecker, who went 6-for-10 en route to 14 points and five rebounds. Matt Williams was another key player, putting up 15 points.
Cardinals
| 12/10/25 vs Richlands | 14 |
| 02/25/25 @ Seventy-First | 13 |
| 02/17/25 vs J.H. Rose | 8 |
| 02/14/25 vs Northside - Jacksonville | 9 |
| 02/12/25 @ J.H. Rose | 8 |
| + 11 more games |
Jacksonville smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive boards. That's the most offensive rebounds they've posted since back in December of 2024.
Richlands is on a seven-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-5.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Jacksonville will take on North Brunswick at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Cardinals will be up against the Scorpions' rather soft defense (which has allowed 50 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Richlands, they will be playing at home against West Carteret at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Wildcats' defense better be ready for this one: the Patriots have averaged an impressive 69.1 points per game this season.
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