Preview: Gilpin County Eagles vs. Dayspring Christian Academy Eagles
Gilpin County is on a 13-game streak of home losses, Dayspring Christian Academy a four-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck is about to change. The Gilpin County Eagles will take on the Dayspring Christian Academy Eagles at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Gilpin County suffered their biggest defeat since November 30, 2023 on Tuesday. They took a serious blow against Dawson School, falling 54-14. Gilpin County was in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 35-7.
Roland Keller was Gilpin County's leading scorer, having posted five points. Keller held things down on the boards with six rebounds.
Meanwhile, it's never fun to lose, and it's even less fun to lose 64-24, which was the final score in Dayspring Christian Academy's tilt against SkyView Academy on Tuesday. While losing is never fun, Dayspring Christian Academy can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Colorado basketball rankings (they are ranked 266th, while SkyView Academy is ranked 124th).
Gilpin County's defeat dropped their record down to 0-11. As for Dayspring Christian Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 3-9.
Gilpin County came up short against Dayspring Christian Academy in their previous matchup back in January of 2023, falling 40-32. Will Gilpin County have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
