The 300 (Laurel) vs Takoma Academy

Recap

Takoma dominates from start to finish, beating The 300 (Laurel) 93-39 on Monday. Takoma builds off their strong season a year ago in the Capitol Hoops Summer League, securing their first win of the season.  

Matthew Mckenzie had a strong showing for Takoma, knocking down four shots from behind the arc and consistently creating space for his smooth lefty jumper. Mckenzie along with Takoma’s stifling defense helped generate a 12-2 lead early in the half. 

The 300’s ball handlers had a difficult time with Takoma’s pressure. Junior guard, Nick Parrish, had a handful of steals, leading to easy baskets on the other end. Kareem Oyekan had a couple of nice finishes for The 300, but he did not have much help.  

The 300 called a timeout with 11:32 left in the half after Takoma jumped to a 17-4 lead. Not much changed after as Takoma would see its lead ballon to 22 points a few minutes later. Aidan Hart and Jalen Goffe helped Mckenzie in the backcourt, attacking the basket and collapsing the defense.  

The 300 was able to break the pressure a few times, but it wasn’t enough. Mckenzie continued his offensive prowess and had an acrobatic finish to end the half, giving The 300 a 57-25 lead going into the break. 

 Mckenzie continued in the second half, knocking down a triple in the opening seconds of the half. Takoma’s lead only grew, leading 80-32 six minutes into the half. Takoma’s defense would only give up seven more points, bouncing back from their tough loss on Sunday against Greenbelt. 

Takoma will have a week off before their next game against the Patriots (Wootton) on May 28th. The 300 will look to avenge their loss on Friday against New Hope.