MO State HS Sports

Men’s Basketball Faces UHSP on Tuesday

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Opponent Date / Time
Health Sciences & Pharmacy Tuesday, Feb. 15 / 7:30 PM Live Stats Live Video Tickets

Opening Tip:

  • The Cougars are in second-place in the American Midwest Conference standings, just 0.5 games ahead of William Woods for third. 
  • Columbia is 14-2 all-time against UHSP and have won three-straight in the series. 
  • The two squads met on Jan. 6, 2022 with the Cougars coming out on top in St. Louis, 75-56. 
    • Chima Oduocha scored 20 points in the win, while Tony Burks and Collin Parker added 12 each
    • Oduocha added 10 rebounds for the double-double. 
    • Mason Ballay led the Euts with 14 poitns. Asassane Ba scored 13 points and Jason Udolisa chipped in with 12. 
  • The Cougars have clinched a top-four seed in the upcoming AMC tournament, meaning they are guarenteed to host at least one tournament game. 

Tickets:

  • Ticketing in the Arena of Southwell Complex will be limited to one-third capacity in order to allow for more social distancing between stable groups.
  • Season ticket holders WILL NOT be affected, as their tickets are included in the new capacity limit.
  • Remaining single-game tickets will go on sale 48 hours prior to the start of a contest.
    • Students, Faculty, and Staff may claim tickets as normal (Sunday before the game) using their designated passcodes.
  • All tickets MUST be purchased in advance using this link: https://bit.ly/2WkUpLz
  • Fans are strongly encouraged to wear masks while attending.

The Columbia College Athletics Department will continue to monitor health conditions and recommendations and will adapt the policies as needed.

This article is provided by Columbia Cougar Athletics