The Mahopac Indians won the last time they faced the Barack Obama School for Social Justice Lightning, and things went their way on Saturday too. Mahopac secured a 51-45 W over Barack Obama School for Social Justice. Given Mahopac's advantage in MaxPreps' New York basketball rankings (they are ranked 81st, while Barack Obama School for Social Justice is ranked 476th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Barack Obama School for Social Justice's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Miguel Gonzalez, who scored 14 points along with five rebounds and two steals. Raheem Azeez was another key contributor, scoring eight points along with five rebounds and two steals.
Mahopac's victory was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 11-1. As for Barack Obama School for Social Justice, their loss dropped their record down to 8-7.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mahopac will take on Ketcham at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Barack Obama School for Social Justice, they will play host again and welcome Hastings, where tip off is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
