Douglas County had to endure a four-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 53-51 win over the Lewis-Palmer Rangers on Tuesday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Huskies have posted since December 8, 2023.
12/17/24 vs Lewis-Palmer | 5 |
02/02/24 vs Legend | 4 |
12/14/24 vs Cherry Creek | 3 |
12/11/24 vs Denver East | 3 |
02/08/24 vs Heritage | 3 |
Douglas County's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Vaughn Baldwin, who dropped a double-double on ten points and ten boards. What's more, Baldwin also racked up five steals, the most he's had since back in December of 2023. Alex Abramowitz was another key player, putting up ten points and five steals.
Cole Hughes and Jonas Miller certainly did their best on Tuesday to avoid the loss. Hughes went 6 of 10 on his way to 16 points and six rebounds, while Miller posted 13 points and five assists.
Douglas County's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Lewis-Palmer, their record now sits at 1-5.
Douglas County wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 68-56 loss against Pueblo West on the 19th. As for Lewis-Palmer, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next matchup, a 73-41 victory against Coronado on the 18th.
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