Hawthorne Math & Science Academy posted their closest victory since January 26, 2024 on Wednesday. They narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Wildwood Wolves 49-47. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 49-44 on January 14th.
Wildwood's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jonah Spitz, who went 6 of 13 on his way to 15 points in addition to seven assists and six boards. Spitz is also on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed three or more in the last three games he's played. Zane Bryant was another key player, putting up 15 points.
Hawthorne Math & Science Academy's victory bumped their record up to 7-9. As for Wildwood, the loss snapped their winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 6-10 record.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Hawthorne Math & Science Academy will venture away from home to challenge California Academy of Math & Science at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. California Academy of Math & Science has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last four games. Wildwood has already played their next contest (against New Roads), but no score has been uploaded at the time of writing.
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