Columbia, Mo. – The Columbia College men's basketball team earned their second win of the season this evening against Central Methodist (Mo.) in the Arena of Southwell Complex, 67-60. The Cougars are 2-1 on the season.
 
The Cougars led for the majority of the first half and had the lead by as many as 12 with 6:27 on the clock. Central Methodist started a comeback with a 15-0 run going into halftime, picking up a 32-27 lead at the break.
 
Columbia fought their way back into the game and tied it up with a three-point shot made by Beau Washer midway through the second half. The Cougars took control, scoring the final four points to secure the win, 67-60.

By the Numbers
43-40 – Columbia shot 43 percent from the field compared to 40 percent by Central Methodist
40-28 – The Cougars outrebounded the Eagles by 12
8-5 – Central Methodist recorded three more steals than the Cougars

Columbia College Leaders
Scoring Leader - Tony Burks (30)
Rebounding Leader – Cole Gerken (8)
Assist Leader – Cole Gerken (5)

Central Methodist Leaders
Scoring Leader – Fode Camara (19)
Rebounding Leader – Fode Camara (10)
Assist Leader – Trent Lyles (2)
 
Up Next
The Cougars will travel to Springfield, Mo. to compete in the Baptist Bible College Classic on November 13^th and 14^th.