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No.1 ranked Cougars improve to 19-0
Posted: 01.17.2013 at 11:00 PM
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Columbia, Mo. – The nation’s top ranked Columbia College Cougars were victorious again tonight, defeating Missouri Baptist University by a final score of 93-61.  The Cougars improve to a perfect 19-0 on the season and 5-0 in AMC play.  The Spartans drop to 7-11 and 2-3 this year.

The No. 1 ranked Cougars shot 55 percent in the game, holding their opponent to just 36 percent shooting.  They also dished out 25 assists on 35 made baskets.

Zach Rockers (Helias High School) led four players in double figures for Columbia.  Rockers’ 20 points was a game-high and 18 of his points came from behind the arc where he drained six of his eight attempts.  Jordan Dressler chipped in 19 points while Devin Griffin and Derrick Dilworth had 15 and 14 points, respectively.

Just like the Lady Cougars, the Cougars face a quick turnaround and will travel to take on league newcomer Lyon (Ark.) College on Saturday, January 19th. Tip-off is set for 4:00 p.m. in Batesville, Ark.

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