Columbus and West Oso squared off in some playoff action on Tuesday, but Columbus had to settle for second. They had to suffer through a 71-41 loss at the hands of the West Oso Bears. While losing is never fun, the Cardinals can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Texas basketball rankings (they are ranked 446th, while the Bears are ranked 181st).
Columbus' defeat came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Ava Heffley, who posted 12 points. Another player making a difference was Anaya Gardner, who had 12 points.
West Oso had a senior duo take command as Jae'La Hicks dropped a double-double with 22 points and 11 boards and Milauni Williams almost dropped a double-double with 14 points and nine assists. What's more, Hicks posted four steals, the most she's had since back in December of 2024. Bella Brown was another key player, putting up 11 points and three steals.
Columbus' loss dropped their record down to 28-10. As for West Oso, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 18 of their last 19 matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 30-5 record this season.
Columbus does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for West Oso, they didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next game, a 51-26 victory against Bishop on the 21st.
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