Basketball Recap: Dynamic Duo of Jordan Mitchell and Cameron Hopkins Lead Cherokee Trail to Victory + How To Watch

It may have taken overtime to finish the job, but Cherokee Trail ultimately got the result they hoped for on Wednesday. They had just enough and edged out the Legend Titans 81-78. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Cougars have posted since January 25th.

Jordan Mitchell

Points

12/10/25 @ Legend	20
12/06/25 vs Longmont	16
12/05/25 vs Highlands Ranch	11
12/04/25 vs Arvada West	10
12/01/25 @ Frederick	6

Leading Cherokee Trail to victory were Cameron Hopkins and Jordan Mitchell. Hopkins almost dropped a double-double with 23 points and nine rebounds, while Mitchell went 7-for-15 on his way to 20 points in addition to six boards and five assists. Mitchell continues to improve, besting his previous point total in each of the last four games he's played. Another player making a difference was Anthony Ayon, who posted 12 points.

Cherokee Trail smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 16 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive boards in seven consecutive games dating back to last season.

When it comes to explaining why Legend lost, don't look at Freddie Burke. Despite the final result, he shot 53% from the field to rack up 28 points and three steals. Burke also put up a block, which was his first of the season. Trent Bantock was another key player, dropping a double-double with 12 points and 11 boards.

Cherokee Trail's record is now 4-1. As for Legend, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 2-2.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Cherokee Trail will face off against DSST: Conservatory Green at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Cougars will be up against the Hornets' rather soft defense (which has allowed 58.25 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. Legend and Liberty will compete for holiday cheer at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.