Conant falls to Oswego

• Conant fell to Oswego on Wednesday, 53-41, even with Jimmy Sotos scoring 13 points. Oswego grabbed the lead against Cougars on a three-pointer from Jaylen Jones in the second period and held on.
• Sotos led Conant's offense with 13 points, including seven during the third period. He also contributed four rebounds and one block.
• Also helping the effort for Conant were Ben Schols (7 points, 2 rebounds, 1 steal), Ryan Davis (6 points, 4 rebounds, 1 block), Brandon Vinson (5 points, 3 rebounds, 2 steals),Mike Downing (4 points, 3 rebounds), C.J. Deshazer (2 points, 1 rebound, 1 block),Palmer Graham (2 points), and Chima Oduocha (2 points, 9 rebounds, 1 block).
• Conant finished the game with 32 rebounds (7 offensive / 25 defensive), four blocks and five steals.

Conant Falls to Downers Grove South

• Conant fell to Downers Grove South on Tuesday, 52-46, even with Jimmy Sotos scoring 11 points. Downers Grove South grabbed the lead against Cougars on a two-pointer from Tyree Spencer in the second period and held on.
• Sotos led the charge for Conant's offense, scoring 11 points, with all of them during the fourth period.
• Ryan Davis hit double digits, scoring 10 points for Conant (4-for-8). Also contributing for Conant were Mike Downing (7 points, 1 rebound, 1 steal), Ben Schols (5 points, 1 rebound), Danny Ranallo (3 points), Chima Oduocha (2 points, 3 rebounds), and Tony Ziccardi (2 points).
• Conant finished the game with 23 rebounds (12 offensive / 11 defensive) and three steals.

Conant defeats Wheaton North, advances to York Tournament Quarter Finals

• Conant was victorious against Wheaton North 60-56 on Monday with the help of Brandon Vinson, who scored 16 points. Cougars sealed their victory in the fourth quarter on a three-pointer from Ben Schols.
• At the end of the first half, Conant commanded 31-22 lead after a 17-2 run.
• Vinson was the front runner for Conant's offense with 16 points, including five during the fourth period. He also contributed four rebounds.
• Schols put up two three-pointers and scored eight points total. Jimmy Sotos hit double digits, scoring 12 points for Conant (5-for-10). Also chipping in for Conant were Ryan Davis (6 points, 8 rebounds), Chima Oduocha (6 points, 5 rebounds, 1 block), Nikola Todorov (5 points, 2 rebounds, 1 block), Danny Ranallo (3 points), and Mike Downing (2 points, 3 rebounds, 3 blocks).
• Conant finished the game with 29 rebounds (8 offensive / 21 defensive), five blocks and three steals.

Cougars advance in tournament with win over Sandburg

Conant won 52-40 against Sandburg on Saturday with the help of Ben Schols, who scored 18 points.  Cougars grabbed the lead against Sandburg on a two-pointer from Jimmy Sotos in the second period and held on.  Conant advances in the Jack Tosh Holiday Tournament to play Wheaton North on Monday at 5:00.

• At the end of the half, Conant was leading at 24-21 due to their exciting 11-4 run. With 20 points in the third quarter, Conant added to their existing lead. 
• Schols led the charge for Conant's offense, scoring 18 points, with six points during the third period. He also contributed three rebounds and one steal.
• Two other players also racked up double digit scores for Conant.  Ryan Davis added 16 points and Mike Downing put up 10 points. Also contributing for Conant were Sotos (4 points, 1 rebound), Danny Ranall (2 points), and Chima Oduocha (2 points, 3 rebounds, 1 block).  Davis was a big defensive contributor as well, racking up nine rebounds and one block.
• Conant finished the game with 26 rebounds (8 offensive / 18 defensive), two blocks and four steals.

Cougars fall to Benet

• Although Ryan Davis put 13 points on the scoreboard, Conant fell to Benet 58-38. Benet grabbed the lead against Cougars on a three-pointer from Daniel Sobolewski in the second period and held on.
• Davis led Conant's offense with 13 points, including six during the first period. He also contributed seven rebounds and one block.
• Mike Downing also contributed 7 points, four rebounds, one steal and one block.  Ben Schols (11 points) and Jimmy Sotos (6 points) each contributed multiple three-pointers. 
• Conant finished the game with 25 rebounds (12 offensive / 13 defensive), two blocks and one steal.

Conant beats Fremd 45-38

• Conant emerged victorious 45-38 against Fremd on Friday on the strength of Jimmy Sotos, who scored 13 points.  Ryan David had a double-double with 10 points and 13 rebounds. Cougars clinched their lead in the fourth quarter on a two-pointer from Ryan Davis.  The Cougars improved their record to 7-1.
• Conant came back with a vengeance in the final two quarters, after being behind early in the game, trailing 31-22 at the half. 
• Sotos scored the most for Conant during the fourth period with six points.
• Mike Downing racked up 10 points. Also helping the effort for Conant were Ben Schols (7 points, 4 rebounds, 2 steals) and Tony Ziccardi (4 points, 1 rebound). 
• Conant finished the game with 33 rebounds (8 offensive / 25 defensive), three blocks and seven steals.

Cougars Emerge Victorious Against Wheeling

• Conant was victorious against Wheeling 60-51 on Tuesday with the help of Mike Downing, who scored 16 points.  The Cougars improved their record to 6-1
• Cougars scored early, claiming a 28-23 lead at the half.
• Downing led the charge for Conant's offense, scoring 16 points, with six points during the fourth period. He also contributed three rebounds and one steal.
• Two other players also added ten or more points for Conant. Ryan Davis had 12 points and Chima Oduocha racked up 11 points. Also helping the effort for Conant were Ben Schols (7 points, 2 rebounds, 1 steal), Jimmy Sotos (6 points, 4 rebounds, 2 steals),Brandon Vinson (5 points, 4 rebounds, 2 steals), and Nikola Todorov (3 points, 2 rebounds). Davis was a big defensive contributor as well, racking up seven rebounds.
• Conant finished the game with 24 rebounds (7 offensive / 17 defensive) and seven steals.

Cougars win at Barrington

• Jimmy Sotos scored 30 points, helping Conant notch a 50-37 victory over Barrington on Friday. 
• Cougars was leading 19-14 at the end of the first half after a strong 16-2 run.  Conant cemented their lead in the final quarter, scoring 18 points. 
• Sotos led the charge for Conant's offense, scoring 30 points, with nine points during the third period.
• Also helping the effort for Conant were Brandon Vinson (8 points, 2 rebounds, 1 steal), Ben Schols (5 points, 2 rebounds), Mike Downing (4 points, 1 rebound, 1 block), and Chima Oduocha (3 points, 2 rebounds).  Ryan Davis was a big defensive contributor as well, racking up nine rebounds and one block.
• Conant finished the game with 20 rebounds (3 offensive / 17 defensive), three blocks and three steals.

Cougars Win Versus Rolling Meadows

• Ryan Davis scored 20 points to bring Conant to a 53-46 victory over Rolling Meadows on Sunday.  Cougars grabbed the lead against Rolling Meadows on a free throw from Davis in the second period and held on.  Conant improve their record to 4-1.
• Putting up a 26-17 lead at the half, Conant scored points early in the game.  Conant solidified their lead in the third quarter, scoring 14 points. 
• Going 9-for-9, Davis had a solid showing for Conant making 100% of field goals attempted.
• Two other players also added ten or more points for Conant.  Mike Downing racked up 12 points and Jimmy Sotos put up 12 points. Also helping the effort for Conant were Ben Schols (5 points, 1 rebound), Nikola Todorov (2 points, 2 rebounds), and Chima Oduocha (2 points, 3 rebounds). 
• Conant finished the game with 30 rebounds (15 offensive / 15 defensive), one block and one steal.

Cougars defeat the Saxons

Jimmy Sotos scored 13 points, helping Conant notch a 41-26 victory over Schaumburg on Saturday. The Cougars improve their record to 3-1.

• Cougars got ahead early with a 14-point second quarter, racking up a 26-14 lead by halftime. 
• Sotos shot well from the field for Conant, making 56% (5-for-9) of shots attempted.
• Mike Downing achieved double digits, scoring 11 points for Conant (5-for-9).  Ben Schols notched two three-pointers and scored six points total. Also helping the effort for Conant were Ryan Davis (5 points, 5 rebounds, 2 blocks), Nikola Todorov (4 points, 1 rebound), and Chima Oduocha (2 points, 2 rebounds).  Downing was a big defensive contributor as well, racking up seven rebounds and three blocks.
• Conant finished the game with 23 rebounds (10 offensive / 13 defensive), six blocks and two steals.