Patrick Henry posted their closest victory since January 6, 2024 on Friday. They had just enough and edged the Hoover Cardinals out 47-45. For the Patriots, this counts as revenge for the 81-55 win the Cardinals walked away with the last time they faced one another back in December of 2023.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Patrick Henry to victory, but perhaps none more so than Alexander Newlands, who dropped a double-double on 12 points and 14 rebounds. Newlands has been hot recently, having posted eight or more boards the last three times he's played. Jacob Baker was another key player, going 6 of 12 on his way to 15 points.
Patriots
| 01/10/25 vs Hoover | 47-45 |
| 01/08/25 @ Helix | 58-51 |
Patrick Henry smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 13 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in ten consecutive matchups.
Patrick Henry's victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 8-11. As for Hoover, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-10 record this season.
Patrick Henry won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against Otay Ranch at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday. Patrick Henry is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 56.8 points per game this season. As for Hoover, they will be defending their home court for the first time this season when they go up against San Diego at 7:30 p.m. on January 17th.
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