The Overbrook Panthers's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Friday after their third straight loss. They were beaten by Murrell Dobbins Vo-Tech 78-51. Overbrook has struggled against Murrell Dobbins Vo-Tech recently, as their game on Friday was their third consecutive lost matchup.
Several Panthers players turned in solid performances, despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Omar Davis, who scored 14 points along with seven rebounds and five assists. Another player making a difference was Kalief Armstrong, who scored 12 points.
Zachary Campbell was his usual excellent self, scoring 25 points for Murrell Dobbins Vo-Tech. The team also got some help courtesy of Saleem Hudson, who scored 15 points.
Overbrook has traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 10-10 record this season. As for Murrell Dobbins Vo-Tech, they are on a roll lately: they've won five of their last six matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 13-6 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Overbrook will take on West Philadelphia at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Murrell Dobbins Vo-Tech, they won't have much time to rest: their next game is against Sankofa Freedom Academy at 2:00 p.m. on January 27th. Sankofa Freedom Academy has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last three games.
