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Maury suffers second straight loss on the year to Bishop Varina

By: Orazio Merlo On Friday September fourth the Maury High School Commodores lost a close game 35-34 to the Varina Blue Devils in overtime Maury lost due to their defensive struggles and lack of aggression in overtime. The Commodore offense played well despite the loss especially Senior running back Tayshawn Branche who ran two touchdowns in including a 54 yarder to open the game. Junior … Continue reading Maury suffers second straight loss on the year to Bishop Varina

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Mallard Creek Gains a Close Victory as Maury Falls 31-30 in Season Opener

By: Noah Krawchick The Maury High School Commodores suffered their first loss of the season to Mallard Creek High School on Friday, August 28. Despite a promising first half lead, Maury struggled to keep their momentum in the second half, due to an inconsistent passing game, and a weak defense. Maury dominated the first half of the game with a 24-7 lead, thanks to a … Continue reading Mallard Creek Gains a Close Victory as Maury Falls 31-30 in Season Opener

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Lady Commodores put Granby in the ground

by Noah Krawchick The Maury High School Commodores blew out the Granby High School Comets 74-46 on Friday, Jan. 30.  Maury defeated Granby by converting their tenacious defense into offense.  Maury’s defense thrived on steals. Sophomore guard Zoe Redel had many impressive steals that directly contributed to Maury’s offense, as well as helped swing the momentum. Maury also held all Granby scorers to single digits.  On … Continue reading Lady Commodores put Granby in the ground

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Maury boys basketball takes down Manor

By Noah Krawchick The Maury High School Commodores defeated the Manor High School Mustangs 58-45 on Jan. 9. Maury won this game through stout defense and exceptional shooting from beyond the arc. Maury controlled most of the game. The held a seven-point lead at the half and doubled it by the end of the game. Maury’s defense held Manor’s offense to only one three pointer … Continue reading Maury boys basketball takes down Manor

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Maury comes back to beat Churchland

By Noah Krawchick The Maury High School Commodores defeated the Churchland High School Truckers 63-57 on Wednesday, Dec.10. Maury won through their clutch shooting and their defense in the passing lanes, converting to a great fast break offense. Maury fell behind in the first half 31-28 after letting Churchland get to the free throw line 21 times, and  Churchland made 16 free throws.  Churchland’s big … Continue reading Maury comes back to beat Churchland

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Maury girls defeat Churchland with defense

By Grant Miller and Jordyn Young The Lady Commodores conquered Churchland Wednesday night. With a stifling team defense and timely shots, the Maury girls basketball team defeated Churchland 62-31. Maury Head Coach Julius Owens said they won “because of our defense and toughness!” The numbers support Coach Owens’ claim. Churchland’s highest scorer, Jordan Corbin, had 12 on the night, but the rest of Churchland’s players … Continue reading Maury girls defeat Churchland with defense

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