Cape Henry Collegiate suffered their closest defeat since January 20, 2024 on Tuesday. They fell just short of the Norfolk Collegiate Mighty Oaks by a score of 50-48. The Dolphins were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Mighty Oaks earlier this season, when they won 67-56.
Norfolk Collegiate's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Justin Burrough, who dropped a double-double with 18 points and ten boards. What's more, Burrough also racked up seven blocks, the most he's had since back in February of 2024. Josh Mills was another key player, going 9-for-13 on his way to 19 points.
Cape Henry Collegiate's loss dropped their record down to 13-8. As for Norfolk Collegiate, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 16-7.
Cape Henry Collegiate does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Norfolk Collegiate, they will take on Peninsula Catholic in a tournament on Saturday. One thing working in Peninsula Catholic's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last seven contests.
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