Columbia’s comeback fell short in a 68-62 road loss to Evangel, handing the Cougars their first defeat of the season. Drew Camacho led Columbia with 22 points, but the team’s shooting struggles and turnovers proved costly.

By the Numbers
  • Camacho scored 22 points and made 6 of 10 3-pointers.
  • Columbia shot 37.5% from the field and committed 19 turnovers.
  • Evangel outrebounded Columbia 43-26 and made 20 of 29 free throws.
Yes, But

Columbia erased most of a 14-point second-half deficit, cutting Evangel’s lead to one, but couldn’t complete the comeback. Harrison Doennig’s three-point play helped seal the win for Evangel.

What’s Next

Columbia closes its two-game road trip at Baker University on Sunday, Nov. 1, at 2 p.m. in Baldwin City, Kansas.

Bottom Line

Camacho’s perimeter shooting gave Columbia a late chance, but Evangel’s rebounding edge and Columbia’s turnovers left too much ground to make up.