The most recent updates from the College of Southern Idaho’s athletic programs have brought about an intriguing shift in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) basketball rankings. The women’s basketball team has shown significant progress in the rankings, while the men’s team has unfortunately fallen out.
With a current record of 21-4 overall and 4-1 in their conference, the women’s basketball team achieved a remarkable victory against North Idaho College, securing a win with a final score of 73-66. This win marked their fifth consecutive victory, highlighting their impressive performance on the court. As a result of this achievement, along with other results, the team has risen five spots in the rankings and now holds the 16th position in the polls. Among the SWAC (Scenic West Athletic Conference) teams, they are the highest-ranked, with Salt Lake Community College and Utah State University Eastern at 20 and 24, respectively.
Looking ahead, the women’s team is scheduled to play at home against the College of Southern Nevada in their penultimate home game. The upcoming game is highly anticipated, especially following their victory in the first matchup against the College of Southern Nevada on January 27th, where they secured a 65-52 win.
On the other hand, the men’s basketball team experienced a setback as they fell out of the rankings following their defeat to North Idaho College, with a final score of 91-73. This loss not only marked their first conference defeat of the season but also ended their 28-game winning streak in regular season conference matchups. The last time the men’s team suffered a regular season conference defeat was back on February 5th, 2022.
Despite this setback, the men’s team is preparing to play two crucial home games. Their upcoming matches against the College of Southern Nevada and Community Christian College are anticipated to be fiercely contested and will provide an opportunity for the team to demonstrate their strength and resilience on their home court.
In conclusion, the recent developments in the NJCAA basketball polls highlight the dynamic nature of collegiate sports. As the CSI women’s basketball team climbs in the rankings, the men’s team is faced with the challenge of regaining their position. Both teams are set to embark on their respective journeys, each with the determination to achieve success in their upcoming games.
Source: KMVT.