The Colorado Springs Christian Lions had to endure a five-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They were the clear victor by a 63-37 margin over Ellicott. For Colorado Springs Christian, this counts as revenge for the 47-35 defeat Ellicott walked away with the last time they faced one another back in February.
Leading Colorado Springs Christian to victory were Jace Velasquez and Miguel Cota-cordova. Velasquez scored 17 points along with four steals, while Cota-cordova scored 13 points along with seven rebounds and four steals. Velasquez is absolutely dominating the steal category: he's posted at least two every time he's taken the court this season. Mikey Orawiec was another key contributor, scoring four points along with eight rebounds and five steals.
Colorado Springs Christian's win ended a three-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-2. As for Ellicott, they still haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-5.
Colorado Springs Christian will be home for the holidays to greet Lamar at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday. Hopefully Lamar focused on turnovers this week since the team gave up 24 on Saturday. As for Ellicott, they will head out on the road to face off against The Vanguard School at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Vanguard School will be coming into the contest with an undefeated record on the line.
