The Boys’ Hoop Squad dropped to a 3-2 Conference record on Tuesday night, falling to the rival East Angels 72-67.
The Spartans looked to avenge last year’s loss against the Angels as they entered this game; TJ also had a chip on their shoulder after losing to the Lincoln lancers last Friday night. However, things just did not go the Spartans’ way as they were defeated by the Angles on Tuesday night. TJ clung to a 12-11 lead after the first quarter of play, as Senior Billy Sprague continued his terrific play of late, energizing the Spartans with hustle points and offensive rebounds.
Yet by halftime, the Spartans trailed by seven, and the momentum went the Angles’ way as they ended the half with a dunk that got the building loud, creating a hard second half environment for the boys. The third quarter is when East went on their run as they scored 23 points in the quarter to just nine from the Spartans. The Angels took a 52-33 lead into the fourth period. “That third quarter was rough. It just seemed like nothing would drop for us. We just have to keep playing our game whether our shots are falling or not,” said Junior Guard Miles McIntosh.
The Spartans will look to snap their two game losing streak when they next play the George Washington patriots. The game will be commemorating TJ’s 50th anniversary, and Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper will be present to kick off the celebration starting at 5:15 pm. The game will begin at 5:30 pm and will be at the Manual Thunderdome.
