The Providence Academy Patriots can finally bid farewell to their 15-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Thursday. They blew past Jefferson Independent Day 61-22 on the road. For those curious, yes, that was the biggest win Providence Academy has managed all season.
Despite the loss, Jefferson Independent Day saw an underclassman step up: Jaxx Wisdom scored four points along with seven rebounds.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Jefferson Independent Day struggled to work together and finished the game with only four assists. They are winless (0-4) when they just don't pass the ball.
Providence Academy's victory bumped their record up to 1-13. As for Jefferson Independent Day, they have not been sharp recently as the team's lost 13 of their last 14 contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-18 record this season.
Providence Academy will be staying on the road on Tuesday to face off against the Eagles at 5:30 p.m. on February 6th. As for Jefferson Independent Day, they will be playing in front of their home fans against the Cougars at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. College Heights Christian is coming into the matchup hot, having won their last four games.
