The Rocky Mountain Lobos can finally bid farewell to their six-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Thursday. They secured a 49-44 W over Rangeview. That looming 49-44 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Rocky Mountain yet this season.
Rocky Mountain found their leader in underclassman Daniel Mbadinga-nzamba, who scored 24 points along with eight rebounds and four steals. Those eight rebounds set a new season-high mark for him. Another player making a difference was Avantae Hood, who scored eight points along with four steals.
Rangeview's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Archie Weatherspoon V, who scored six points. Weatherspoon V set a new season high mark in blocks with two. The team also got some help courtesy of Allen Ervin, who scored five points along with three steals.
Rocky Mountain's victory bumped their record up to 1-4. As for Rangeview, they now have a losing record at 2-3.
Rocky Mountain's road trip will continue as they head out to face Cherry Creek at 8:00 p.m. on December 15th. Cherry Creek presents a significant challenge as they come into the match much higher ranked than Rocky Mountain in Colorado (Cherry Creek is ranked 36th, while Rocky Mountain is ranked 266th). Rangeview won't have much time to rest: their next match is against Grandview at 5:00 p.m. on December 15th. Grandview is coming into the game on a four-game losing streak.
