After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Lutheran, Air Academy was happy to have turned things around on Saturday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Coronado Cougars, sneaking past 49-46. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Kadets as it put an end to their nine-game losing streak.
Air Academy was led to victory by Brody Winnett and Tommy Tygart. Winnett went 6 of 12 on his way to 15 points in addition to seven rebounds and six steals, while Tygart went 6 for 15 en route to 16 points. The dominant performance gave Winnett a new career-high in steals. Another player making a difference was Kaden Mai, who posted four points and three steals.
Coronado's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Omar Dubose, who had ten points and six boards. Joshua Lysne was another key player, putting up eight points and five rebounds.
Kadets
| 02/01/25 @ Coronado | 49-46 |
| 01/30/25 vs Lutheran | 31-60 |
| 01/28/25 vs Palmer Ridge | 39-50 |
| 01/24/25 @ Cheyenne Mountain | 46-59 |
| 01/22/25 @ Discovery Canyon | 56-67 |
Air Academy's victory ended a nine-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-12. As for Coronado, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-17.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Air Academy will host Lewis-Palmer at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Coronado, they will look to defend their home court on Tuesday against Widefield at 7:00 p.m.
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