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WDHS Boys' Basketball Snaps Streak Against Colls

The Eagles boys hadn't scored a win against the Panthers since 2004.

It had been a long time since the boys’ basketball team tasted victory against Colonial Conference foe Collingswood.

Eight years, in fact.

Fifteen games' worth of frustration.

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On Tuesday, the demons were exorcised, as the Eagles dominated the Panthers, 66-43, to improve to 5-3 on the season.

Senior Tom Jakuboswski led the way offensively, pouring in 19 of his season-high 31 points in the second half. Sophomore point guard Justin Hansen also had his shot going, as he filled the nets up for 17 points.

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Tim Fair added eight points for the Eagles, who were playing in their first of five-straight on the road.

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