Silver Creek played in conference for the first time on Friday and they got just the result they we're looking for. They enjoyed a cozy 56-42 victory over the Niwot Cougars. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Raptors also won the last time the pair played back in December of 2023.
Connor Bonsett
| 02/07/25 @ Niwot | 16 |
| 02/04/25 vs Broomfield | 9 |
| 01/30/25 vs Frederick | 4 |
| 01/28/25 @ Centaurus | 0 |
| 01/25/25 @ Gateway | 13 |
| + 13 more games |
Silver Creek's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Connor Bonsett, who went 8 for 11 to rack up 16 points in addition to five rebounds and four steals. Bonsett continues to improve, besting his previous point total in each of the last three games he's played. Another player making a difference was Luke Schmeeckle, who posted 12 points and five steals.
Several Cougars players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Rohit Das, who went 5 of 10 en route to 13 points and five boards. What's more, Das also racked up three assists, the most he's had since back in December of 2024. Elliot Wisecup was another key player, putting up five points.
The victory got Silver Creek back to even at 9-9. As for Niwot, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost 12 of their last 13 contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-16 record this season.
Silver Creek and Niwot could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps Colorado Rankings. Silver Creek will square off against Legacy at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday down 106 places (147 vs. 41). Silver Creek is coming into the game on a three-game losing streak. Meanwhile, Niwot (ranked 237th) will meet Monarch (ranked 54th) at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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