The Collinsville Kahoks secured a crucial 64-58 victory over East St. Louis at Fletcher Gym, propelled by a late comeback, including a dynamic layup by Tyree Brister and a strong performance from the free-throw line in the final minute.

By the Numbers
  • Collinsville Kahoks moved to 24-3 overall and 7-2 in the SWC, while East St. Louis fell to 15-7 and 5-3.
  • Rankings: CHS sixth in Class 4A by the AP, and the Flyers ranked seventh in Class 3A.
  • Tyree Brister led the team with a dynamic layup contributing to a 14-3 run, with a final victory seal from Nick Horras and Jamorie Wysinger's free-throw performance.
  • Contributions: Jamorie Wysinger with 19 points, Zach Chambers with 15 points, nine rebounds, and five blocked shots, and Nick Horras with 13 points.
State of Play
  • Collinsville Kahoks moved to 24-3 overall and 7-2 in the SWC, while East St. Louis fell to 15-7 and 5-3.
  • Upcoming Schedule: The Kahoks traveled to O'Fallon for an SWC matchup, with subsequent games against Chatham (Glenwood) and Edwardsville.
Bottom Line

The Collinsville Kahoks' strategic late-game plays and resilient performance secured a critical win, positioning them well in the SWC and strengthening their overall standing.