Montbello was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their eighth straight defeat. They were beaten by the Longmont Trojans 71-37. While losing is never fun, the Warriors can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Colorado basketball rankings (they are ranked 310th, while the Trojans are ranked 133rd).
Montbello's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Micah Martinez, who posted nine points. Kian Martin was another key player, putting up nine points.
It was another big night for Dominic Lombrano, who went 8 of 15 on his way to 21 points along with six boards and three steals for Longmont. That's the most boards Lombrano has posted since back in January of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Joey Foot, who went 8 of 12 on his way to 16 points.
Montbello's defeat dropped their record down to 0-8. As for Longmont, they now have a winning record of 4-3.
Montbello will venture away from home to square off against Adams City at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Longmont, they will welcome Fairview at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Longmont is coming into the matchup hot, having won their last four games.
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