The George Washington Eagles can finally bid farewell to their five-game losing streak thanks to their game on Monday. They secured a 35-29 W over Philadelphia High School for Girls. George Washington's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead George Washington to victory, but perhaps none more so than Celyne Vah, who scored 13 points. That makes it seven consecutive games in which Vah has scored at least a third of George Washington's points. Raphaelle-Anne Compere was another key contributor, scoring ten points.
When it comes to explaining why Philadelphia High School for Girls lost, one person who can't be blamed is Mahiyah Azuakoemu. Despite the final result, she scored 22 points.
George Washington's win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 2-6. As for Philadelphia High School for Girls, their loss was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 4-5.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. George Washington will take on Philadelphia Academy Charter at 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday. Philadelphia Academy Charter presents a significant challenge as they come into the match much higher ranked than George Washington in Pennsylvania (Philadelphia Academy Charter is ranked 221st, while George Washington is ranked 549th). As for Philadelphia High School for Girls, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Penn Treaty at 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday. Penn Treaty is coming into the matchup on a four-game losing streak.
