Basketball Recap: Gilpin County's Winning Streak Snapped at Eight Games

Eagles

Previous 5 Games

02/25/25 @ Flatirons Academy	35-38
02/21/25 vs Dawson School	61-18
02/18/25 @ Front Range Christian	56-27
02/13/25 @ Lyons	42-21
02/11/25 @ SkyView Academy	44-26

After a string of eight wins, Gilpin County's good fortune finally ran out on Tuesday. They fell just short of the Flatirons Academy Bison by a score of 38-35. The Eagles were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Bison earlier this season, when they won 53-43.

Gilpin County's defeat came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Makenzie Marr, who posted 11 points. What's more, Marr also posted a 50% three-point shooting accuracy, which is the highest she's achieved since back in February of 2024. Another player making a difference was Elise Vincent, who had seven points.

Even though they lost, Gilpin County was working as a unit and finished the game with 11 assists. This was only their first loss (out of 15 games) when they've passed the ball that well.

Flatirons Academy's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Annabelle Rakers, who dropped a double-double with 14 points and ten boards. That makes it five consecutive games in which Rakers has scored at least a third of Flatirons Academy's points. Jenna Nehrbass was another key player, putting up nine points and seven rebounds.

Gilpin County's loss dropped their record down to 16-5. As for Flatirons Academy, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 11 of their last 12 matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 17-4 record this season.

We've got a battle between Eagles coming up. Gilpin County's defense has only allowed 27.5 points per game this season, so Dayspring Christian Academy's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Flatirons Academy, they will venture away from home to challenge Heritage Christian at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Each of these teams will be fighting to keep a win streak alive as Heritage Christian comes in on 16 and Flatirons Academy on nine.