Even though we didn't get the win in our season finale, this game exemplified what I love about this team and the players that constitute in. Despite continually finding themselves in a hole, they rallied back time and time again before falling the final minute to Fremont Christian 43-39. After falling behind 7-0 to start the game, the Cougars rallied back to close the first quarter trailing on 9-6. The 2nd period was one of the team's finest of the season as they outscored the Warriors 18-15 to close the half in a 24-24 tie. This period marked probably the finest stretch of basketball by Josh. H. who came off the bench to score 7 points and play defensive stopper of the Warrior's high-scoring guard. Maurice O. also nailed a big three to stun the Warrior's defense. In the 3rd quarter, the Warriors started strong and re-opened the lead to 32-24 with less than a minute left in the quarter, but two key steals followed by threes from Bharath R. cut the deficit to 32-30. For the game, Bharath finished with a team high 13 points in his best all-around game as a Cougar. After falling behind again by a 41-32 deficit, the Cougars managed one more improbable rally to cut the score to 41-39 and forced a turnover that gave them the ball. However, they couldn't quite manage the final basket them need and ended up falling in a breathtaking 43-39 loss. Still, this coach could not have been prouder of the effort given forth by a special group of players. My only regret was being unable to work all the outgoing 8th graders into the lineup for a final appearance. Still, I hope all the kids know how much they and this season meant to me. Thanks for some unforgettable moments, Cougars!
SCORING TOTALS
Bharath R. - 13
Josh H. - 7
Josh B. - 6
Maurice O. - 5
Nick C. - 4
Justin M. - 2
John T. - 2
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